Facility Technician I

Safety-Kleen, a Clean Harbors company, 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

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

Work Environment: 

• Industrial warehouse and waste processing facility
• Facility handles hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams
• Exposure to strong odors associated with waste handling operations
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, lifting, and manual labor activities
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors as operational needs require
   

This position requires the use of company-provided PPE, which includes respirator, safety glasses, protective gloves, protective footwear, additional PPE as required by task or work area. A respirator fit test is required and is completed during the pre-employment physical examination and drug screening process. Employees must be able to meet respirator fit requirements, including maintaining a clean-shaven seal area when required.

Employees working in positions with potential exposure to regulated waste materials may participate in the company's occupational health program. This may include the Hepatitis B vaccination series, which is provided following hire in accordance with company policy and applicable regulations.
 

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

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:

• Prior warehouse, manufacturing, environmental services, waste management, medical waste