Operator

Tradebe Environmental Services; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 30,307 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Weekly pay

Travel-based role

401K plan

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Tradebe Environmental Services is seeking hands‑on tank cleaning and remediation professionals who can travel to refinery and chemical plant sites across the country. You will operate and maintain cleaning equipment and support safe, compliant operations in a demanding field environment.

Applicants should have 1+ year in decontaminating equipment and 2+ years operating tank cleaning gear, with HAZWOPER readiness and the ability to travel extensively.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience decontaminating equipment and cleaning above-ground tanks at refineries.
• 2+ years of experience operating tank cleaning and processing equipment (centrifuges, filter presses, decanters, robots, dredging units).
• Ability to complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training and obtain TWIC card and required security clearances.
• Physically able to perform demanding work while wearing PPE, including respirators, and able to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Process materials from tanks or lagoons and support tank cleaning operations.
• Operate, rig up/down, and maintain tank cleaning and separation equipment.
• Perform cleaning, decontamination, and remediation activities on tanks and equipment.
• Conduct Job Safety Analyses (JSA) and job audits to ensure safe work practices.
• Respond to emergency situations as required on-site.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tank cleaning

Remediation

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Centrifuges

Filter presses

Decanters

Robots

Dredging units

Job description

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Business Line: Environmental Services & Global Functions

Operator

Description:

Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses dedicated to creating a more sustainable planet and making a real impact on human wellbeing. In the US, we lead the way in recycling and the circular economy, managing diverse environmental challenges sustainably.

Our Field Services team delivers essential industrial services directly in the field, including tank cleaning, spill response, waste removal, and more. This hands‑on team plays a critical role in environmental protection and often travels to various sites. Join us and make a real impact on the environment!

Opportunity Highlights

• Competitive hourly pay
• Full benefits: Health, Dental, Vision and 401K
• Project-based schedule with frequent travel (out-of-town work common)
• Location: Travel-based role supporting refineries and chemical plants nationwide
• Get paid weekly

What will you do? Make an impact!

This is a hands‑on opportunity for experienced tank cleaning and remediation professionals who want steady work, travel, and long‑term career growth. You’ll be on the front lines supporting critical refinery and chemical plant operations, working with specialized equipment and contributing to safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible job sites.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Process materials from tanks or lagoons and support tank cleaning operations
• Operate, rig up/down, and maintain tank cleaning and separation equipment
• Perform cleaning, decontamination, and remediation activities on tanks and equipment
• Conduct Job Safety Analyses (JSA) and job audits to ensure safe work practices
• Respond to emergency situations as required on-site
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Do you have what it takes?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license or state‑issued ID
• 1+ year of experience decontaminating equipment and cleaning above‑ground tanks at refineries
• 2+ years of experience operating tank cleaning and processing equipment (e.g., centrifuges, filter presses, decanters, robots, dredging units)
• Ability to complete 40‑hour HAZWOPER training and obtain TWIC card and required security clearances
• Physically able to perform demanding work while wearing PPE, including respirators, and able to travel extensively

What’s in for you?

Why Tradebe is Right for You

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Generous vacation and sick plans
• Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
• 401k Retirement match
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings accounts (HSA)
• Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
• Leadership opportunities
• Great work environment and culture
• And MORE!

Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law