Traveling Field Inspector

Clean Harbors; Houston, Oklahoma City (TX, OK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Training and development

Job summary

Clean Harbors is seeking a team of Traveling Field Inspectors to work on remediation projects in the field alongside site supervisors and project managers. The role emphasizes safety, on-schedule work, and budget adherence while traveling.

Pay is $25/hour with considerable OT, plus per diem during six-week rotations. 95-100% travel with extended rotations, accommodations provided, and travel costs covered by the company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Groundwater sampling experience a plus.
• Construction, remediation or dirt work experience is highly preferred.
• Be safety orientated and have a commitment to safety.
• Willing to do manual labor.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that 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;
• Accurately and completely document site activities including cost tracking, worksheets, waste shipping logs, manifest management, health and safety, documentation of meetings and conference calls and other paperwork via laptop or mobile device;
• Work in field with hands on labor alongside crew and Project Manager/Field Service Supervisor;
• Travel to different project locations including Wastewater Treatment plants, soil remediation locations, and more;
• Reading and understanding of project documents and contracts;
• Will gain 40-hour Hazwoper, OSHA 10 and possibly more certifications through the company;
• Learn to calibrate air monitoring meters and associated Health & Safety equipment;
• Work on project financial tracking and assist in various project administrative functions, including generation of required reports, etc.;
• Ordering and receiving supplies for projects;
• Possibly operate some heavy equipment;
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Safety awareness

Manual labor

Field work

Travel willingness

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Clean Harbors is seeking a team of Traveling Field Inspectors. The Field Inspectors will work on remediation projects in the field alongside the site supervisors and/or project managers attached to the project to make sure the project is running on schedule, budget and operating in a safe manner.

Pay: $25/HR, with considerable OT available while traveling.

Other Pay: Per Diem available during the 6-week rotation; considerable overtime available in the field.

Location: United States

Travel 95-100% required: 6 weeks out and 1 week home paid. Sometimes the rotations will vary a little longer or shorter as needed to service the business.

Accommodations: Individual accommodations are provided, typically in an extended stay type of hotel with a kitchenette if the market allows.

Per Diem available daily, travel costs covered by the company.

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;
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career;
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement;
• Positive and safe work environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensuring that 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;
• Accurately and completely document site activities including cost tracking, worksheets, waste shipping logs, manifest management, health and safety, documentation of meetings and conference calls and other paperwork via laptop or mobile device;
• Work in field with hands on labor alongside crew and Project Manager/Field Service Supervisor;
• Travel to different project locations including Wastewater Treatment plants, soil remediation locations, and more;
• Reading and understanding of project documents and contracts;
• Will gain 40-hour Hazwoper, OSHA 10 and possibly more certifications through the company;
• Learn to calibrate air monitoring meters and associated Health & Safety equipment;
• Work on project financial tracking and assist in various project administrative functions, including generation of required reports, etc.;
• Ordering and receiving supplies for projects;
• Possibly operate some heavy equipment;
• Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required;
• Groundwater sampling experience a plus;
• Construction, remediation or dirt work experience is highly preferred;
• Be safety orientated and have a commitment to safety;
• Willing to do manual labor;
• Willing to work outside in all kinds of weather, utilizing prescribed Personal Protective Equipment;
• Valid DL and clean MVR required;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software and professional level written / oral communication skills. Civil Engineering / construction / survey experience a plus.

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.

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Job Identification: 168449

Category: Plant & Facilities

Posting Date: 2026-11-03

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Plant & Environmental Compliance

Locations: EMPLOYEE WORKS FROM HOME

Pay Range: 15.63 - 41.54 Hourly