Material Handler

Crystal Clean; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Crystal Clean LLC seeks a reliable Material Handler in Pomona, CA to unload inbound drums and tote tanks, route materials, and load outbound trailers for branches and customers. You will ensure accurate labeling, waste checks, and DOT compliance while upholding safety standards.

Requirements include standing for long periods, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, forklift operation with a clean driving record, a High School Diploma, and Hazwoper certification.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of RCRA regulatory requirements and OSHA safety rules.
• Ability to follow DOT labeling and waste-check procedures.
• Forklift operation experience or certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Unload containerized material from inbound trailers.
• Direct inbound containers to appropriate staging areas.
• Prepare and load outbound trailers for branch replenishment and third-party disposal.
• Verify labeling and paperwork for inbound materials.
• Promote safety and efficiency among warehouse staff.

Skills

RCRA compliance knowledge

OSHA safety regulations

Forklift operation (license)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Hazwoper certification

Job description

Crystal Clean (CC) is one of the nation’s leading privately held companies in the environmental waste services industry. We are seeking highly motivated individuals with a strong work ethic to join our rapidly growing company. Crystal Clean offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for advancement.

Job Summary

The Material Handler is responsible for the unloading, routing, and processing of incoming drums, tote tanks, containerized and palletized material. The role includes material transfers, waste check‑in, and loading outbound trailers to branch locations, designated receiving facilities, and/or customer locations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for working safely in all job aspects and functions.
• Promotes and fosters safety and efficiency among Hub employees and activities.
• Takes direction from Warehouse Manager and/or Dock Supervisor, as applicable.
• Unloads containerized material from inbound trailers in accordance with company rules and regulations.
• Verifies inbound containers and labeling are consistent with paperwork and applicable D.O.T. designations (waste checking).
• Directs inbound containers to appropriate staging areas.
• Prepares materials and loads outbound trailers for branch replenishment.
• Loads outbound waste trailers for third‑party disposal (loader/waste checking).
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Core Competencies

• Position requires standing for long periods, bending, kneeling, stooping, and frequent use of hands/fingers for handling, as well as hand tools such as shovels, wrenches, screwdrivers, wire cutters, etc.
• Includes crouching and lifting containers weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Multitasking and ability to switch tasks.
• Ability to prioritize workload.
• Understanding of RCRA compliance standards and OSHA safety regulations.
• Ability to move trailers with yard goat.

Education, Certificates, Licenses

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with clean motor vehicle record (required for forklift operation or other motorized equipment).
• Hazwoper certification.

Pay Range: $19.00‑$22.00 hourly

Crystal Clean LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Crystal Clean expressly values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds so that the company reflects the communities and customers it serves.