Special Handling Technician

CleanHarbors; Kimball (NE); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits after 30 days

401K with company matching

Paid time off and training reimbursement

Job summary

CleanHarbors in Kimball, NE is seeking a Special Handling Technician responsible for industrial labor in hazardous conditions. The role includes operating industrial equipment while ensuring safety protocols. A strong emphasis on teamwork and physical fitness is required, with potential for over-time work at $29 an hour.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma and ability to work in a team environment. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and a 401K matching plan after 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Punctuality and attendance are required.

Responsibilities

• Operates industrial equipment including fork-lifts.
• Performs general labor to prepare materials for incineration.
• Ensures compliance with health and safety practices.

Skills

Ability to work in team environment

DOT Training

Proficiency in Windows based applications

Good hand/eye coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

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.

Benefits

• 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
• 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 required
• Punctuality and attendance required
• Respirator fit test upon hire - clean shaven face required (mustache okay!)
• Background check, drug screen and physical - required
• Updated resume including most recent employer required for consideration

Job Information

• Job Identification 160485
• Job Category Plant & Facilities
• Location 2247 South Hwy 71, Kimball, NE, 69145, US

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. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.