Clean Harbors is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator in Lexington

Overview

Clean Harbors is seeking a Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator to join the National Remediation team. The Heavy Equipment Operator will operate a variety of equipment and may perform manual labor as required. This role requires extensive travel (approximately 95-100% travel across the continental United States) with a typical rotation of 6 weeks on a project followed by 1 week off.

Location

North Carolina or United States

Travel and Pay

• Travel: 95-100% travel in all 48 contiguous states; all travel expenses covered.
• Schedule: 6 weeks on project, then 1 week home, paid.
• Pay: Base pay range $24.00/hr - $28.00/hr (DOE).
• Per diem provided; single-occupancy hotel accommodations with kitchenette.
• Prevailing wage and overtime available depending on job site.

Position Overview

• Operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, excavators, loaders, screeners, and similar machinery. Minimum of 10 years of experience operating this type of equipment is preferred.
• Work at a Clean Harbors facility or at a customer site.
• Travel requirement: 95% travel in all 48 contiguous states; travel expenses are covered.

Responsibilities

• Competent operation of heavy equipment including excavator (60K lb+), front-end loader (3CY+), articulating dump truck (25CY+), bulldozer (150HP+), motor grader, soil compactor, articulating water truck, compact loader, compact excavator, and other construction equipment.
• Operate machinery such as backhoe, front-end loader, excavator, bulldozer, track-hoe, and compactor; operate a heavy-duty forklift as required.
• Ensure safe operation in line with Standard Operating Procedures; complete and submit waste tracking paperwork as required.
• Perform occasional labor tasks as needed; maintain health and safety as a priority.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment required; experience with bulldozers and excavators required.
• Construction/Earthworks experience preferred.
• Must be able to travel 95-100% (6 weeks on, 1 week home, paid).
• Current valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Physical Requirements

• Physically demanding; able to navigate varying site conditions, walk several miles per day, lift up to 50 pounds, and wear PPE as required.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods, sit in vibrating equipment, climb at heights, and perform repetitive motions; good vision (corrected or uncorrected).

Benefits and Company Info

• Health and Safety is the #1 priority; competitive wages based on experience.
• Comprehensive health benefits after 30 days of full-time employment.
• Group 401K with company matching; generous paid time off; training and tuition reimbursement.
• Positive and safe work environment; opportunities for advancement.
• Company is an equal opportunity employer and Military & Veteran friendly.

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services in North America and beyond. We are committed to equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.