Facility Equipment Operator I

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 22,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Clean Harbors, Inc. in Waynoka, OK is seeking an Equipment Operator I to operate heavy equipment such as a backhoe, crane, forklift, or track hoe at a landfill. Dozer operator experience is required and safety is emphasized on-site.

Responsibilities include daily checklists, waste tracking paperwork, and adherence to SOPs. On-call emergency response and potential HazMat exposure may occur at times.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience operating backhoe, heavy duty crane, heavy duty forklift or track hoe.
• Must complete a background check, drug test, and physical, as required by position.
• Respiratory protection per OSHA standard (29 CFR 1910.134).
• Hazmat experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate backhoe, crane, forklift, and/or track hoe safely.
• Complete daily checklists for unit operation.
• Ensure safe operation per SOPs and DOT/federal rules.
• Submit paperwork for waste tracking movements.
• Be on call for emergency response on rotating basis.
• Site remediation and handling of hazardous materials as assigned.

Skills

Backhoe operation

Heavy equipment operation

Team work

Physical fitness

Background check

Respiratory protection

Job description

Clean Harbors in Waynoka, OK is seeking an Equipment Operator I to operate heavy equipment such as a backhoe, heavy duty crane, heavy duty forklift and/or track hoe within the field. Dozer Operator experience required. You will be working in a Landfill.

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the solution with us.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
• Recruiting Pay range
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
• Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career

Company paid training and tuition reimbursement

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes and always acting in a safe manner
• Operates backhoe, heavy duty crane, heavy duty forklift, and/or track hoe.
• Operates a forklift as necessary
• Completes daily checklist as required for proper operation of the unit being operated
• Assures unit is never operated in an unsafe manner or in a manner which is inconsistent with Standard Operating Procedures
• Completes and submits all associated paperwork as required for waste tracking movements
• Assures that all containers are properly secured, i.e., chock blocks, jack stands
• Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules.
• Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
• Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned
• By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week
• By position, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to work in a team environment
• Previous experience in operating: backhoe, heavy duty crane, heavy duty forklift and/or track hoe
• Perform physical functions per job requirements
• Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
• Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection standard, 29 CFR 1910.134, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in Hazmat

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 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: 165515

Category: Plant & Facilities

Posting Date: 2026-08-31

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Plant & Facilities

Pay Range: 14.90 - 34.62 Hourly