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Clean Harbors

Hazardous waste management and emergency response

Industrial Services General Laborer

Cleaning & Custodial ServicesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeEast Chicago, IN, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Understand English well enough to comprehend safety training and respond to emergency instructions.
  • Have a valid driver's license and meet the company's driving policy when driving a company or personal vehicle for company business.
  • Be knowledgeable in operating emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers.
  • Have or be able to obtain a Federal Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC).
  • Be available to travel to other work sites 10% of the time.
  • Be able to see, read, distinguish, and understand signs in the work area; hear and distinguish emergency signals; and execute a 180-degree rotary motion of the cervical spine.
  • Be able to extend arms above the head and frequently bend at the waist, stoop, squat, kneel, reach, and crawl.
  • Tolerate being wet from head to toe for an unlimited amount of time and function in confined spaces with a minimum 5-foot inside diameter.
  • Be capable of working variable shifts and using both negative-pressure and air-supplied respirators.
  • Be able to wear protective clothing and equipment, including Nomex coveralls, a back belt, slickers, rubber boots, a fresh-air breathing mask, an escape pack, and a hard hat.
  • Be able to work in extreme climate conditions, including high heat and humidity and sub-zero weather, depending on geographic location.
  • Be able to work around chemical and environmental dust, chemical and fluid fumes, exhaust, highly pressurized fluids, and noise levels exceeding 85 dBA; respirators and hearing protection are provided when required.
  • Lift and maintain a minimum of 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and assist with water treatment systems, pipeline hydrostatic testing, and other industrial services work.
  • Represent the company in building and maintaining working relationships with clients and customers.
  • Act as a safety representative responsible for company and customer safety policies and procedures, including hands-on information about operations, safety, equipment, emergency response, and administrative functions.
  • Operate manual and automated hydro-blasting equipment when required.
  • Operate special equipment, including ultra-high-pressure pumps.
  • Operate pumping equipment and specialized hydro-blasting or chemical-cleaning equipment, vacuum trucks, and cutting equipment used on the job.
  • Examine cleaned surfaces when required to ensure they meet company and customer specifications.
  • Perform routine maintenance on company equipment used on the job.
  • When assigned to a supervisor capacity, interface with customer representatives about job setup and scope, ensure performance and customer requirements are met or exceeded, implement company policies and procedures at the job site, report to the branch manager or designee, and implement procedures to achieve the branch manager's specified results.

About the Company

Clean Harbors

Hazardous waste management and emergency response

Clean Harbors provides environmental and industrial services across North America, focusing on hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning, and maintenance for a wide range of clients including Fortune 500 companies and government agencies. Its offering works by delivering on-site and remote services through service contracts, emergency response fees, and waste disposal charges, supported by an extensive network of facilities and specialized equipment to ensure safe, compliant waste handling. The company differentiates itself through its large scale, broad service mix, and emphasis on meeting stringent environmental compliance and safety standards for demanding customers. Its goal is to grow its market presence and service offerings to be a leading, dependable partner for essential environmental services in North America.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Norwell, MA
Founded
1980

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