Forklift Operator (Facility Technician I)

Clean Harbors, in Santa Ana, CA, is currently hiring for entry-level Facility Technicians to join our team! This position is responsible for performing a variety of labor, material handling, waste processing, and facility support duties in a fast-paced industrial environment. The successful candidate will work with both hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams while maintaining compliance with all safety, environmental, and operational procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a stable career with opportunities for growth and advancement within the organization.

Work Schedule: Multiple schedule options available. 1st Shift (4:00 AM – 12:30 PM), 2nd Shift (12:00 PM - 8:30 PM), & 3rd Shift (8:00 PM - 4:30 AM).
Overtime opportunities may be available based on business needs; however, overtime is not guaranteed.

Hourly Wage: $22.00/HR + based on experience

Working Environment:

• This position is based at a medical waste treatment facility. Employees will work in an industrial environment where medical waste is received, processed, and handled in accordance with all applicable safety and environmental regulations.
• Due to the nature of the work, the facility can be odorous, and employees should be comfortable working in this environment.
• To work in designated processing areas, employees are required to receive the Hepatitis B vaccination as part of the onboarding process. The vaccination is provided by the company in accordance with applicable health and safety requirements.
   

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component 
• Own Part of the Company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle, sort, move, and process hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials
• Perform waste container handling, staging, labeling, and inventory activities
• Load and unload materials and containers in accordance with company procedures
• Inspect containers and work areas to ensure compliance with safety and environmental requirements
• Operate equipment and tools as trained and authorized
• Maintain housekeeping standards throughout the facility
• Assist with facility operations and general labor activities as assigned
• Lift, carry, push, pull, and move materials, containers, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Follow all company, OSHA, DOT, EPA, and site-specific safety requirements
• Utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing job duties
• Work safely in an industrial environment with exposure to strong odors and waste materials

Qualifications

What does it take to work at Clean Harbors?:

Required:

• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to wear required PPE, including a respirator
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and work on feet for extended periods throughout the shift
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work any assigned shift

Preferred:

• Previous medical waste processing and/or autoclave experience is a BIG plus - we'd love to hear from you!
• Prior warehouse, manufacturing, environmental services, waste management, medical waste, or industrial labor experience
• Forklift or material handling equipment experience
• Experience working in a safety-sensitive environment
• 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 or 1-. Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company
• Please be advised that 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
• 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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Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for Clean Harbors is Damon Oliver.