Maintenance Mechanic - Intern

CleanHarbors • El Dorado, AR

5d • $25 - $25

About The Position

Clean Harbors is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic Intern to join our El Dorado, AR team for Summer 2026 . The intern will gain hands-on experience working alongside Maintenance Repair Technicians performing a variety of maintenance and repairs on equipment throughout the facility. We are searching for a safety-minded individual with mechanical knowledge to learn and grow with our team. This role includes exposure to preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, welding and fabrication, hydraulics systems, and pump maintenance. Wage: $25/hr Duration: Summer (June-August) with flexible start and end dates Housing: Not provided

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a two-year maintenance/industrial technology program or Mechanical Engineering degree program
• Plant maintenance experience or coursework in areas such as preventative maintenance, installations, welding, electrical, or pipefitting preferred
• Demonstrated education or experience in welding preferred
• Knowledge of hydraulics systems and pumps an asset
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, both written and verbally
• Ability to meet physical demands of the position, including lifting, bending, reaching, climbing, and manipulating and handling of objects
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working in various weather conditions
• Clean and valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
• Assist in performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, disassembling, repairing, and reassembling equipment as necessary
• Shadow technicians testing mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications
• Support work with computer instrumentation to perform diagnostics and execute work orders
• Gain exposure to welding and fabrication of necessary parts to maintain equipment in working order
• Learn about hydraulics systems and pump maintenance, including centrifugal and diaphragm pumps
• Maintain accurate records and logs as required
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees