Chemical Operator

Clean Harbors; El Dorado (AR); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401-K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Clean Harbors is seeking a Safety‑minded Chemical Operator for the El Dorado, AR facility. You will monitor and document units, operate loaders to move ash boxes, hook up tankers, and troubleshoot pump and pneumatic flow issues.

Labor is paid at union wage; salary details and benefits include health coverage after 30 days, ESOP, 401(k) with company match, and opportunities for growth. Position requires rotating shifts and teamwork.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Mechanically inclined with ability to troubleshoot pumps.
• Flow control knowledge is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic operations including opening and inspecting drums, tank farm truck loading/unloading, waste processing in facility compliance with segregation requirements, automated PLC controlled equipment and filter press operations.
• Meets/exceeds safety, compliance & production goals.
• Provides training and/or mentorship to other Facility Technicians.
• Completes and submits all associated paperwork for tracking various tanks and product.
• Ensures proper inventory warehousing, inventory scanning and utilization of WinWeb/ Comparable inventory enterprise program
• Operates a forklift, or heavy loader when necessary.
• Responsible for performing and documenting daily safety check prior to operating.
• Ensures, understands and has ownership for area specific permit required compliance standards.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work environment.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Troubleshoot pumps

Flow control knowledge

Loader operation

Safety oriented

Team player

Rotating shifts

Forklift operation

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

WinWeb inventory

Forklift/ Loader equipment

Job description

We are seeking a safely oriented mechanically inclined Chemical Operator for our El Dorado, AR team. You are monitoring and documenting the units on a schedule, utilize loaders to move ash boxes, hook up tankers, trouble shoot loss of flow for pneumatics and other types of pumps.

Union Wage: $31.07hr

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
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Group 401-K retirement savings with company matching
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Positive and safe work environments

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs basic operations including opening and inspecting drums, tank farm truck loading/unloading, waste processing in facility compliance with segregation requirements, automated PLC controlled equipment and filter press operations.
• Meets/exceeds safety, compliance & production goals.
• Provides training and/or mentorship to other Facility Technicians.
• Completes and submits all associated paperwork for tracking various tanks and product.
• Ensures proper inventory warehousing, inventory scanning and utilization of WinWeb/ Comparable inventory enterprise program
• Operates a forklift, or heavy loader when necessary.
• Responsible for performing and documenting daily safety check prior to operating.
• Ensures, understands and has ownership for area specific permit required compliance standards.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

What does it take to work at Clean Harbors?

• HS Diploma or GED
• Mechanically inclined
• Able to troubleshoot various pumps
• Flow control knowledge is an asset!
• 1+ years in plant experience preferred
• 6 months operating a heavy loader, skid steer, bucket loader, front end loader or similar type equipment
• Must be safety oriented
• Team Player who can communicate with various groups simultaneously
• Must be able to work a rotating shift to include days and nights
• Able to lift up to 50lbs, sit or stand for long periods, work in all weather conditions and work at heights

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Internal Job Title - Facility Technician IV.

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 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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Job Identification: 167690

Category: Plant & Facilities

Posting Date: 2026-11-04

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Facility Technician

Locations: 309 American Circle

Pay Range: 14.90 - 34.62 Hourly