Operator Blending/Loading

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Overtime opportunities

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Safe work environment

Job summary

Safety-Kleen Refinery in Rollinsford, NH is seeking an Operator Blending Loading to receive, sample, and unload inbound used oil by railcars, trucks, and in confined spaces. This role emphasizes safety and data entry in UNIX systems, with daily inspections and teamwork at a facility-wide scale.

Wage is $28-32 per hour DOE, with first/second/night shifts, overtime opportunities, health benefits, and paid training. Excellent growth potential within Safety-Kleen and Clean Harbors.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent required.
• 3-5 years' experience in manual labor (industrial, refinery or construction) preferred.
• Railcars, tanker, blending and filling experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Confined space or hazmat experience an asset.
• Team oriented with positive attitude and good conflict resolution skills.
• Comfortable with computers and data entry.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights.
• Ability to work rotating shift (first, second and night).
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Dependable with good attendance; hydraulics knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensures Health and Safety is the top priority and follows safe work practices.
• Sample all inbound rail cars, trucks, and trailers of used oil.
• Prepare samples, submit for lab analysis, and enter data in UNIX system.
• Unload rail cars, trucks and trailers into used oil receiving tanks.
• Operate branch trucks and track mobile for unloading.
• Perform daily inspections as required by environmental permits and MARSEC requirements.
• Act as switchman for rail switches; test, LO TO and prepare equipment for repairs.
• Fill out permits and maintain unloading areas.

Skills

Teamwork

Data entry

Positive attitude

Conflict resolution

Reliable attendance

Education

High School or equivalent

Tools

Forklift experience

Hydraulics knowledge

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Our Safety-Kleen Refinery in Rollinsford, NH is looking for an Operator Blending Loading to join their safety conscious team. You will be responsible for receiving, sampling, and unloading all inbound bulk shipments of used oil by railcars, trucks, and at times working in confined spaces. This position is a great way to start building a career with Safety-Kleen. We are looking for a motivated individual who doesn't mind working out in the elements.

Wage: $28-32hr DOE

Why work for Safety-Kleen?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5
• Competitive Union wages, plus weekly overtime opportunities
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage
• 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

• Ensures 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
• Sample all inbound rail cars, trucks, and trailers of used oil
• Prepare the sample, submit for lab analysis, and enter data in the UNIX computer system for tracking and accounting
• Unload rail cars, trucks and trailers into the used oil receiving tanks
• Operate branch trucks and track mobile to position for unloading
• Perform daily inspections as required by environmental permits and MARSEC (USCG) requirements related to Homeland Security
• Acts as a switchman for rail switches. Tests, LOTO and prepare equipment for repairs
• Fill out permits
• Organize and maintain truck and rail unloading areas
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

What does it take to work at Safety-Kleen?

• High School or equivalent required
• 3-5 years' experience in previous manual labor experience (industrial, refinery or construction) preferred
• Railcars, tanker, blending and filling experience preferred
• Forklift experience preferred
• Confined space or hazmat experience an asset
• Most work well in a team with a positive attitude and conflict resolution skills
• Comfortable with computers and data entry
• Must be able to lift up to work at heights, confined spaces, lift up to 50lbs, climb on a ladder, reach, stoop, stand for long periods
• Ability to work rotating shift with opportunities for first, second and night shift required
• Valid Driver's License required
• Knowledge of hydraulics and mechanically inclined is an asset
• Dependable/good attendance

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.

Job Identification: 164804

Category: Field Technicians

Posting Date: 2026-08-18

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Equipment Operator