Autoclave Processing Technician

Clean Harbors

Richmond (CA)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 37,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days
401K with company matching
Generous paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Company paid training
Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Safety Kleen in Richmond, CA is seeking Autoclave Technicians to join our medical processing team. You will operate an autoclave to process medical waste, load and unload route trucks, and prepare loads for shipment while maintaining a clean, safe work area.

We offer competitive pay starting at $25/hour with an increase to $27/hour at 6 months, comprehensive health benefits after 30 days, 401K with company matching, generous PTO and tuition reimbursement. OT and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

  • HS Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Forklift skills are required.
  • Medical waste or sterilizing experience is a plus but not required.
  • Must shave down to a mustache for clean shave policy.
  • Experience with Excel, Word, etc.
  • 1+ years of related labor and computer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring that 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.
  • Operate an autoclave to process medical waste.
  • Load and unload route trucks.
  • Prepare waste loads for shipment to Recycle Center/Distribution Center.
  • Manage inventory order and receiving process.
  • General housekeeping and keeping a clean work area.
  • Ensure waste is stored in safe and proper manner.

Skills

Forklift skills
Computer experience

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel
Word

Job description

Safety Kleen, located in Richmond, CA is seeking to add a team of Autoclave Technicians. The Autoclave Technicians will be responsible for processing medical waste in the medical processing side of the facility. This includes using an autoclave.

Pay:

$25/HR to start with an increase to $27 at 6 months.

Requirements:

Hepatitis B vaccine- can complete after hire. $750 bonus after completion is available.

Shift:

Need open availability to work either days or nights. 6:30am-3:00pm or 2:30pm-11:00pm. Monday-Friday. OT and weekends as needed.

Why Work for Clean Harbors?
  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5.
  • Competitive pay and benefits.
  • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment.
  • Group 401K with company matching component.
  • Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement.
  • Positive and safe work environments.
  • Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career.
Responsibilities:
  • Ensuring that 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.
  • Operate an autoclave to process medical waste.
  • Load and unload route trucks.
  • Prepare waste loads for shipment to Recycle Center/Distribution Center.
  • Manage inventory order and receiving process.
  • General housekeeping and keeping a clean work area.
  • Ensure waste is stored in safe and proper manner.
Qualifications:
  • HS Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Forklift skills are required.
  • Medical waste or sterilizing experience is a plus but not required.
  • Must shave down to a mustache for clean shave policy.
  • Experience and familiarity with Excel, Word, etc.
  • 1 plus years of related labor and computer experience preferred.

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 ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is 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.

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