Facility Technician I

Safety-Kleen; Dolton (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

Group 401K with company matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Training and growth opportunities

Safe and positive work environment

Job summary

Clean Harbors in Dolton, IL is seeking a Liquid Transfer Operator to safely handle, transfer, load and unload liquids including used oil and hazardous waste. The role emphasizes strict safety, environmental compliance, and efficient facility operations.

The position offers a 1st shift range with pay of $23 per hour, and requires lifting 50+ pounds, 18+ years of age, and related experience. Benefits start after 30 days of full-time employment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• 1+ year of related experience.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety is the priority and follow safe work practices.
• Load and unload tank trucks, railcars, and storage tanks.
• Transfer liquids using pumps, hoses, valves, and piping systems.
• Monitor tank levels, pressures, and flow rates during transfers.
• Collect samples for lab testing and quality control.
• Inspect transfer equipment and complete logs and paperwork.
• Follow OSHA/EPA/DOT and company safety procedures.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

A Liquid Transfer Operator at Clean Harbors (or its subsidiary, Safety-Kleen) is responsible for the safe handling, transfer, loading, unloading, and storage of liquid materials such as used oil, hazardous and non-hazardous waste, chemicals, and other industrial liquids. The role emphasizes safety, environmental compliance, and efficient facility operations.

Pay: $23

Shift: 10am-7pm or 2pm - 10pm

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

Key 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
• Load and unload tank trucks, railcars, and storage tanks.
• Transfer liquids using pumps, hoses, valves, and piping systems.
• Monitor tank levels, pressures, and flow rates during transfers.
• Collect samples for laboratory testing and quality control.
• Inspect transfer equipment before and after use.
• Complete transfer logs, shipping paperwork, and inventory records.
• Follow OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company safety procedures.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Respond to spills or emergencies according to company procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of tanks, transfer areas, and equipment.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and minor equipment repairs.

Qualifications

What does it take to work at Clean Harbors

• High School diploma or equivalent required;
• Must be 18 years or older;
• 1+ Years of related experience;
• Fork lift experience preferred (Not Required);
• Ability to use computer;
• Ability to lift 50 or more pounds;

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.