Excavator Operator

Clean Harbors; Dolton (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Training and development

Career growth

Job summary

Clean Harbors in Dolton, IL is seeking an Equipment Operator. You will operate excavators, backhoes, and related equipment for Mix Pit operations, with 2nd shift hours (3-11) Mon-Fri. The role includes daily inspections, basic maintenance, and documentation for waste tracking.

With competitive pay, strong safety focus, and benefits, Clean Harbors offers opportunities for growth, health coverage after 30 days, and a company 401K match. Snow team availability is noted for winter months.

Qualifications

• 1+ years’ experience operating excavators, backhoes, or roll-off trucks.
• Able to operate yellow iron equipment safely and efficiently.
• Minimal computer skills are acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Operate excavators and backhoes safely and efficiently.
• Complete and submit all paperwork for waste tracking.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Follow all safety procedures and OSHA regulations.

Skills

Equipment operation

Backhoe

Excavator

Front end loader

Forklift

Tools

Roll-off truck

Job description

Clean Harbors in Dolton, IL is looking for a Equipment Operator will be operating an Excavator and Backhoe for our Mix Pit operations.

Pay: $28 w/$1.75 added for SD Pay

Shift: 2nd shift (3-11) Mon-Fri

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

• 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;
• Operates backhoes and roll-off trucks, Forklifts;
• Operate excavators and backhoes safely and efficiently
• Assists with moving drums as necessary;
• Assures unit is never operated in an unsafe manner or in a manner which is inconsistent with Standard Operating Procedures;
• Complete and submits all associated paperwork as required for waste tracking.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Follow all safety procedures and OSHA regulations
• Work closely with site supervisors and crew members
• Maintain a clean and organized job site

• Able to operate yellow iron (backhoe, excavator, front end loader)
• Minimal computer skills
• Loading unloading bulk liquids & solids
• Forklift work
• Housekeeping
• Wearing PPE
• Available to join the snow team in the cold months.
• (Side note must be clean shaven – mustache okay)
• 1+ years’ experience in operating an excavator, backhoe and/or roll-off truck.
• Previous industrial labor experience considered an asset.

Clean Harbors, a Clean Harbors company, 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. PROTECTION. CHOICES. PEOPLE. 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.

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.