Facility Technician I

Clean Harbors, Inc.; La Porte (TX); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Growth opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Clean Harbors, in La Porte, TX, is seeking an energetic Facility Technician - General Laborer to support our incineration plant. You will perform grounds upkeep, mowing, weed eating, forklift operation, band saw usage, and general labor in a team environment.

Under the Collective Bargaining Agreement, shift schedule and hourly pay are governed by the union contract. This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and the ability to follow directions and work with management and maintenance staff.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Chem/Hazardous Waste experience preferred.
• 6+ months forklift experience preferred.
• Mechanical inclination is a plus.
• Able to follow direction and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring Health and Safety is the top priority by following safe work practices.
• Performs site-specific plant operations including mowing, weed eating, forklift operation and general labor.
• Follow and maintain all Health and Safety SOPs; work under the Plant Operations Manager.
• Maintain a clean work environment and support plant operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Teamwork

Ability to follow directions

Safety oriented

Heat/cold tolerance

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Band saw operation

Job description

Clean Harbors, in La Porte, TX, is looking for an energetic Facility Technician - General Laborer for our incineration plant location, who works well in a team and follows direction for the upkeep of grounds to include but not limited to mowing, weed eating, operating a forklift, general labor, special projects such as painting and repacking.

This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Work schedule and hourly pay are governed by the union contract.

Work Schedule (per CBA): Shiftwork schedule (4-12HR day shifts, 4 days off/on-call, 4-12HR hour day shifts, 4 days off/off-call)

Hourly Wage (per CBA): $21.30/HR

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 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 environment

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
• Performs multiple site-specific plant operations, including mowing, weed eating, forklift operation, band saw operation, waste repacking and general labor.
• Follow and maintain all applicable Health and Safety Standard Operating Procedures Ensures
• Works under the direction of the Plant Operations Manager or equivalent
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work environment
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management and will be required by the needs of the Clean Harbors business

QUALIFICATIONS

What does it take to work for Clean Harbors?

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Chemical and Hazardous Waste experience preferred
• 6+ months forklift experience preferred
• Mechanically inclined is a plus!
• Able to follow direction and take initiative
• Must work well in a team
• Ability to work in adverse conditions (heat & cold)
• Must be comfortable wearing proper PPEs
• Must be fitted for a respirator and clean shaven
• Must be able to lift to 50lbs, climb ladders, stoop, bend, shovel, sweep and stand for long periods

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.

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: 167258
• Category: Plant & Facilities
• Posting Date: 2026-10-09
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Regular or Temporary: Regular
• Job Function: Facility Technician
• Locations: 2027 Independence Parkway S