Operating Technician - Utilties

Utilities Control Room Operator / Operating Technician

Eastover Mill | Sylvamo

Build a Career Powering One of the World's Largest Paper Mills

Sylvamo is seeking motivated, technically-minded individuals to join our Utilities Team at the Eastover Mill in Eastover, South Carolina. This is more than an operator position. It is an opportunity to become part of a highly skilled team responsible for safely operating and optimizing a complex utility system that powers an entire manufacturing facility.

Our Utilities team operates high-pressure boilers, turbines, water treatment systems, wastewater treatment processes, fuel handling systems, and advanced distributed control systems (DCS). We are looking for individuals who enjoy solving problems, learning complex systems, and taking ownership of critical operations.

Whether you have experience in power generation, industrial operations, military service, chemical processing, emergency response, or another technical field, we want to hear from you.

Why Join Sylvamo?

Competitive Pay & Career Growth

Starting annual base earnings in the mid $50,000 range, up to mid $60's with overtime and additional work opportunities.

Opportunity to progress into the mid $80,000 range during the first year based on qualification progression

Experienced candidates may qualify for advanced starting pay

Operating Technicians commonly exceed $100,000 annually during their careers, with many reaching $130,000+ through progression and overtime opportunities

Outstanding Benefits

Annual incentive plan

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Disability income protection

401(k) savings plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Retiree savings benefits

Technical Development

A fully qualified Utilities Operating Technician gains knowledge and skills comparable to a college-level technical education through structured training, hands-on experience, and qualification programs.

You will continuously develop expertise in:

Boiler operations

Steam and power generation

Turbine operation

Water and wastewater treatment

Process controls and automation

Environmental compliance

Emergency response

What You'll Do

As a Utilities Operating Technician, you will:

Monitor and operate complex utility systems from both the field and control room

Analyze process data and respond to changing operating conditions

Troubleshoot equipment and process issues

Work closely with maintenance, engineering, and operations teams

Participate in emergency response activities

Contribute to a High Performance Team culture built on accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement

What We're Looking ForThe best candidates are those who:

Enjoy solving complex technical problems

Stay calm under pressure

Take ownership of critical equipment and processes

Want to build a long-term career rather than just work a job

Value teamwork, accountability, and safety

Have the drive to continuously learn and develop new skills

We are especially interested in candidates who thrive in challenging environments and take pride in mastering complex systems.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be at least 18 years of age

Eligible for employment in the US

High school diploma or GED