Environmental Field Laborer

Clean Harbors in East Chicago, IN is seeking an 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. Team members will be primarily responsible for safe and compliant transfer of bulk materials from tankers to railcars. Job Requirements Driver's license required Availability to work a flexible schedule is required Average 8–10+ hour day. Overtime after 40 hrs. Possible overnight travel, hotel and per diem provided Hours and schedule are not guaranteed, and will vary with emergency response needs 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. Benefits 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 401(k) with company match Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan Opportunities for growth and development for all 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, handle various hand tools and powered industrial tools, work 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 hours) 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. Be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week. Handle site remediation, equipment decontamination, and handling of hazardous materials. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Valid Driver's license. Reliable transportation. Ability to perform physical functions as outlined in Key Responsibilities. Ability to be on call for emergency response; on occasion working on weekends and holidays may be required; emergency response situations can extend beyond 8 hours, up to 12–24 hrs. Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical exam. Meet facial hair standards as per OSHA's Respiratory Protection standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, if respirators required. Preferred Qualifications: Previous relevant labor experience. Equal Opportunity & Accommodations 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 View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io . Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company. 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. Some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clean Harbors, Inc.