Ash & Trucks Technician

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Kimball (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days of full‑

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Clean Harbors, Inc. in Kimball, NE is seeking an Ash & Trucks Technician. This entry-level, full-time role involves outdoor industrial labor, operating equipment such as forklifts, and supporting the incineration process.

The position offers new wage and overtime opportunities, with growth potential and a safety-focused team environment. Responsibilities include safe operations, material preparation for incineration, and adherence to procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with industrial or manual labor preferred.
• Payloader, Truck and Backhoe experience beneficial.
• Ability to work in adverse environments (cold/heat).
• Able to work in a team environment.
• DOT Training is a plus.
• Background check, drug screen, and physical required.

Responsibilities

• Ensures Health and Safety is the top priority by following safe work practices and processes.
• Operates industrial equipment, including forklift.
• Performs general labor to prepare materials for incineration.
• Performs manual tasks such as cleaning spills with safety precautions.
• Follows all standard operating procedures.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Industrial labor

Payloader experience

Truck & Backhoe operation

Team environment

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows applications

Job description

We Build with Passion- Clean Harbors Kimball, NE Incineration units are seeking an Ash & Trucks Technician will be responsible for performing industrial labor and other physically demanding work outdoors, under potentially adverse conditions, as well as within the facility/plant work environment. This is an entry-level, full-time position offering NEW wage, $26.50 Hourly Pay with OT , along with career growth and advancement opportunities. We are searching for a safety-oriented and reliable individual to join our team in Kimball, NE. HEO exp: Payloader, Truck and Backhoe 4- 12 hour rotating (days/nights) shifts per week.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Own Part of the Company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times
• Operates industrial equipment, included but not limited to forklift
• Performs general labor throughout the facility to preparing materials for the incineration process
• Ensures the safety of him or herself as well as those around them
• Performs manual tasks such as cleaning up spills when necessary while taking all safety precautions necessary to prevent injury
• Follows all standard operating procedures
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent- required
• Previous experience with industrial or manual labor
• Payloader, Truck and Backhoe
• Ability to work in adverse environments (cold/heat)
• Ability to work in team environment
• DOT Training
• Proficiency in Windows based applications
• Climb on and off forklifts
• Ability to perform multiple tasks
• Lifting up to 50 lbs from the ground to your waste
• Climb up and down vertical ladders
• Capable of reaching out, over and down exerting a force
• 20/20 eyesight corrected or uncorrected - depth perception is critical
• 10 pushups, deep knee squats and sit-ups (to determine if fit)
• Good hand/eye coordination
• Punctuality and attendance consistent
• Respirator fit test upon hire- clean shaven face required (mustache okay!)
• An excellent commitment to health and safety
• Accountability; punctuality
• Background check, drug screen and physical- required
• Must work rotating shifts Days/Nights
• Valid US DL
• Resume required for consideration
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
• We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time, including F1-OPT work authorization.

Notice of Contingency: Any offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate's successful completion of a background check, pre-employment drug screening, and, where applicable, a job-related physical examination to determine fitness for duty. Drug testing includes screening for cannabis/marijuana. A positive result for illegal drug use or the misuse of controlled substances may result in withdrawal of the employment offer, consistent with company policy and applicable safety-sensitive requirements.

Clean Harbors has a commitment to excellence deeply rooted in a strong sense of tradition. Our entire business model revolves around keeping North American businesses green. We generate more than $1.2 billion in annual revenue as a world-class environmental service organization and market leader in industrial hazardous waste management, parts-cleaning technology, and oil re-refining. We collect over 200 million gallons of used motor oil each year and we have the largest re-refinery capacity in North America allowing us to re-refine more than 150 million gallons each year.

Every day, we help our customers resolve their waste management needs and reduce their carbon footprint. Make GREEN WORK.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Job Identification: 166247

Category: Plant & Facilities

Posting Date: 2026-09-22

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Facility Technician

Locations: 2247 South Hwy 71

Pay Range: 14.42 - 28.85 Hourly