Special Handling Technician

Clean Harbors; Kimball (NE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Clean Harbors in Kimball, NE is seeking a Special Handling Technician to perform demanding outdoor labor and operate incineration-related equipment. This role requires a safety-focused mindset and the ability to work nights on 4–12 hour rotating shifts.

We offer competitive pay and benefits after 30 days, including a 401(k) with company matching and opportunities for growth. This position welcomes recent grads and supports ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift operation experience.
• Willing to work nights and long shifts.
• DOT training completed.
• Ability to read and follow safety procedures.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and climbing ladders.

Responsibilities

• Operates industrial equipment, including forklift.
• Prepares materials for the incineration process and performs general labor.
• Maintains safety first and wears Ty-Vac suit and respirator as required.
• Handles hazardous waste tasks such as sampling, decanting, and tanker cleaning.
• Rotates shifts to manage heat and workload.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Manual labor

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

DOT Training

Job description

We Build with Passion- Clean Harbors Kimball, NE

Incineration units are seeking a Special Handling Technician who will be responsible for performing industrial labor and other physically demanding work outdoors, under potentially adverse conditions, as well as within the facility/plant work environment. This is a great opportunity for college students or recent high school grads wanting to gain some work experience.

$29 hour w/ OT, 4- 12-hour rotating (days/nights) shifts per week (6a-6p/6p-6a). Must be willing to work nights. We are searching for a safety-oriented and reliable individual to join our team in Kimball, NE.

• Updated resume including most recent employer required for consideration*

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
• Own Part of the Company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• 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
• Operates industrial equipment, included but not limited to forklift
• Performs general labor throughout the facility to preparing materials for the incineration process
• Ensures the safety of him or herself as well as those around them
• Performs manual tasks such as cleaning up spills when necessary while taking all safety precautions necessary to prevent injury
• This operation involves significant hazardous waste handling, including bulk sampling, drum decanting, liquid pumping, tanker cleaning, and confined space entry (CF Space).
• Tasks require full protective suits and use of equipment such as Super Suckers and Guzzlers. Work is associated with elevated danger and high physical exertion - crews rotate in Ty-Vac suite on 1-hour in/1-hour out shifts due to heat and workload. Materials are wrapped, separated, and transferred to the warehouse for processing.
• Includes bucket drops, Rotary kiln operations, and baghouse maintenance and line cleaning.
• Involves handling sulfide materials with variable pH (low/high), which are both air- and water-reactive. Operations occur in bays with tanker feeds directed to the Train 2 unit (Ash/Truck operations deliver and manage tankers).
• Follows all standard operating procedures
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent- required
• Forklift operation
• Highly Labor-Intensive Work wearing a Ty-vac suit and respirator the majority of your shift!
• Ability to work in team environment
• DOT Training
• Proficiency in Windows based applications
• Climb on and off forklifts
• Ability to perform multiple tasks
• Lifting up to 50 lbs. from the ground to your waste
• Climb up and down vertical ladders
• Capable of reaching out, over and down exerting a force
• 20/20 eyesight corrected or uncorrected - depth perception is critical
• 10 pushups, deep knee squats and sit-ups (to determine if fit)
• Good hand/eye coordination
• Valid Driver's License
• Punctuality and attendance required
• Respirator fit test upon hire- clean shaven face required (mustache okay!)
• Background check, drug screen and physical- requiredUpdated resume including most recent employer required for consideration
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time, including F1-OPT work authorization.
• Updated resume including most recent employer required for consideration*

Notice of Contingency:

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of a background check, pre-employment drug screening, and, where applicable, a job-related physical examination to determine fitness for duty. Drug testing includes screening for cannabis/marijuana. A positive result for illegal drug use or the misuse of controlled substances may result in withdrawal of the employment offer, consistent with company policy and applicable safety-sensitive requirements.

Clean Harbors, 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.

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.