CleanHarbors
Emergency Response Environmental Field Laborer
CleanHarbors, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50319
Clean Harbors in
Des Moines, IA
is seeking an
Emergency Response Environmental Field Laborer
to join our safety conscious team. This role will be active in the field responsible for the performance of tasks associated with hazardous waste clean‑up, site remediation, equipment decontamination and handling of hazardous materials.
Valid Driver's License required
Monday through Friday schedule, typical start 7 am
Average an 8‑10+ hour day, overtime after 40 hrs.
Up to 40% overnight travel, hotel and per diem provided
Required on call every other week
Premium/Emergency pay applies to ERs (Service Orders must be created as ER). Overtime will only be paid for work performed before or after regular business hours on standard business days. Actual hours may vary depending on the contract terms for the order.
Note this position requires new hires to attend our two‑week Academy training out of state. Expenses are covered by the company, and it is paid training.
Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on‑site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.
Why work for Clean Harbors?
Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3‑6‑5!
Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
Starting pay $20 per hour
Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full‑time employment including 401K with Company match
Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
Responsibilities
Ensure Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner
Engage in strenuous physical labor including lifting and pulling heavy objects
Operate light and heavy equipment, handles various hand tools and powered industrial tools, works with vibration‑producing tools
Wear and properly use a variety of personal protective Equipment (PPE). Including respirators, skin, face, hand and foot protection in a multiple number of combinations
Work in various temperatures indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
Work in atmospheres and locations with the potential for exposure to various chemical and physical agents, some of which may be hazardous, toxic, or corrosive
Work in potentially elevated noise levels, confined spaces, including lifting in areas of low clearance
Work at elevations including working from ladders and scaffolding
Assist in field sampling activities and calibration of meters
Climb ladders, scaffolding and into and out of trucks, tanks, and various other containers
Work extended (> 8 hrs.) time periods
Attend all compliance and safety update meetings
Inspect drums for container integrity and regulatory compliance
Safe loading and unloading of hazardous and non‑hazardous waste
Conduct waste stream sampling and profiling as necessary
Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
Perform other duties as assigned
By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week
By position, site‑remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials
Qualifications
Valid Driver’s license
Reliable transportation
Ability to perform physical functions per Key Responsibilities
This position includes emergency response, a continuing condition of employment is agreeing to be on‑call; on occasion working on weekends and holidays will be required; emergency response situations can extend beyond 8 hours, up to 12‑24 hrs.
Perform physical functions per job requirements
Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous relevant labor experience
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 is 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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Des Moines, IA
is seeking an
Emergency Response Environmental Field Laborer
to join our safety conscious team. This role will be active in the field responsible for the performance of tasks associated with hazardous waste clean‑up, site remediation, equipment decontamination and handling of hazardous materials.
Valid Driver's License required
Monday through Friday schedule, typical start 7 am
Average an 8‑10+ hour day, overtime after 40 hrs.
Up to 40% overnight travel, hotel and per diem provided
Required on call every other week
Premium/Emergency pay applies to ERs (Service Orders must be created as ER). Overtime will only be paid for work performed before or after regular business hours on standard business days. Actual hours may vary depending on the contract terms for the order.
Note this position requires new hires to attend our two‑week Academy training out of state. Expenses are covered by the company, and it is paid training.
Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on‑site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.
Why work for Clean Harbors?
Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3‑6‑5!
Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
Starting pay $20 per hour
Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full‑time employment including 401K with Company match
Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
Responsibilities
Ensure Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner
Engage in strenuous physical labor including lifting and pulling heavy objects
Operate light and heavy equipment, handles various hand tools and powered industrial tools, works with vibration‑producing tools
Wear and properly use a variety of personal protective Equipment (PPE). Including respirators, skin, face, hand and foot protection in a multiple number of combinations
Work in various temperatures indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
Work in atmospheres and locations with the potential for exposure to various chemical and physical agents, some of which may be hazardous, toxic, or corrosive
Work in potentially elevated noise levels, confined spaces, including lifting in areas of low clearance
Work at elevations including working from ladders and scaffolding
Assist in field sampling activities and calibration of meters
Climb ladders, scaffolding and into and out of trucks, tanks, and various other containers
Work extended (> 8 hrs.) time periods
Attend all compliance and safety update meetings
Inspect drums for container integrity and regulatory compliance
Safe loading and unloading of hazardous and non‑hazardous waste
Conduct waste stream sampling and profiling as necessary
Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
Perform other duties as assigned
By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week
By position, site‑remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials
Qualifications
Valid Driver’s license
Reliable transportation
Ability to perform physical functions per Key Responsibilities
This position includes emergency response, a continuing condition of employment is agreeing to be on‑call; on occasion working on weekends and holidays will be required; emergency response situations can extend beyond 8 hours, up to 12‑24 hrs.
Perform physical functions per job requirements
Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous relevant labor experience
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 is 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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