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≈ $35k – $61k per year (Estimated)
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In office (Linden)
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Junior · 1+ year exp

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 21, 2026. Clean Harbors scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Clean Harbors is an environmental and industrial services company headquartered in Norwell, Massachusetts, specializing in the collection, treatment, recycling and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, emergency spill response and industrial cleaning. Founded in 1980 by Alan McKim, it runs hundreds of locations and more than 100 waste disposal facilities in the US and Canada, owns Safety-Kleen, the largest re-refiner of used oil in North America, and operates HPC-Industrial. It hires hazmat and field service technicians, chemists, equipment operators, CDL tanker and route drivers, mechanics, and compliance and operations managers.

Clean Harbors inLinden, NJ is looking for a Equipment Operator will be operating an Excavator and Backhoe for our Mix Pit operations. Solidifying, moving trucks, offloading trucks, sampling, Rail, movement of rolloffs, other duties as assigned by management.

Pay: $30 w/$1.75 added for SD pay

Shift: 2nd Shift (Open for Flexibility) 3pm-11pm

Why work for Clean Harbors?

  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
  • Group 401K with company matching component
  • 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

  • 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;

  • Operates backhoes and roll-off trucks, Forklifts;

  • Operate excavators and backhoes safely and efficiently

  • Assists with moving drums as necessary;

  • Assures unit is never operated in an unsafe manner or in a manner which is inconsistent with Standard Operating Procedures;

  • Complete and submits all associated paperwork as required for waste tracking.

  • Conduct daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance

  • Follow all safety procedures and OSHA regulations

  • Work closely with site supervisors and crew members

  • Maintain a clean and organized job site

Qualifications

  • Able to operate yellow iron (backhoe, excavator, front end loader)

  • Minimal computer skills

  • Loading unloading bulk liquids & solids

  • Forklift work

  • Housekeeping

  • Wearing PPE

  • Available to join the snow team in the cold months.

  • (Side note must be clean shaven - mustache okay)

  • 1+ years’ experience in operating an excavator, backhoe and/or roll-off truck.

  • Previous industrial labor experience considered an asset.

Clean Harbors, a Clean Harbors company, 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 ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company.

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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