Facility Technician I

CleanHarbors • Santa Ana, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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: 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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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

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

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Generous paid time off
• Company paid training
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed