SDS Operator Trainee

Description:

Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses dedicated to creating a more sustainable planet and making a real impact on human wellbeing. In the US, we lead the way in recycling and the circular economy, managing diverse environmental challenges sustainably.

Our East Chicago, IN facility is the heart of our operations and our largest processing hub, where innovation and teamwork drive meaningful environmental solutions. Join us in this dynamic location to be part of shaping a sustainable future.

Opportunity Highlights

Starting Pay: $18.90/hr
After 90 Days: $19.63/hr
Operator Pay: $3.00/hr
Shift Differential: $1.25/hr
Shift: Rotating shift (36 hours one week, 48 hours the next) rotates between 1st (7am-7pm) 2nd (7pm-7am)

Weekly Pay

What will you do? Make an impact!

Looking to build a hands-on industrial career? Join Tradebe Environmental Services as an SDS Operator Trainee and get paid to learn critical systems that support environmental operations. Over one year, you’ll gain the experience needed to become a certified SDS Operator.

This role is ideal for mechanically inclined individuals with equipment or machine operation experience seeking a stable, long-term career path.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Maintain EHS compliance and promote a safe, environmentally responsible workplace
Train on and operate the Solids Distillation System (SDS)
Monitor, adjust, and troubleshoot system controls and components
Log operating data, perform walkthroughs, and load/unload tankers while maintaining unit cleanliness
Support supervisors, follow safety protocols (LOTO, confined space, hot work), and complete certification after one year

Do you have what it takes?

High school diploma or GED; experience with industrial or mechanical equipment preferred
Interest in learning thermal desorption systems
Ability to work rotating shifts and on-site in a physical, hands-on environment
Commitment to following strict safety procedures
Basic computer/data entry skills and proficiency in English (read, write, understand)

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk, stand, kneel, and crawl
Ability to lift, reach, push, and pull

What’s in for you?

Why Tradebe is Right for You

Competitive pay and benefits
Student loan repayment assistance
Generous vacation and sick plans
Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
401k Retirement match
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Health savings accounts (HSA)
Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
Leadership opportunities
Great work environment and culture
And MORE!

Ready to make a difference? Apply now!

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