Traveling Demo Heavy Equipment Operator

CleanHarborsHouston, TX
Onsite

About The Position

Clean Harbors' National Remediation team is seeking Traveling Heavy Equipment Operators. The Heavy Equipment Operator will operate a variety of equipment, such as, backhoes, bulldozers, loader, screeners, excavators as well as other equipment. Candidates must also be willing and able to perform manual labor as required. Travel Requirements: Equipment Operator (95-100% Travel). The typical travel rotation for this group is 6 weeks out on a project (not coming home on weekends) and then 1 week off. Flying is required to get to project locations unless it is a local job. Location: Southeast region. All other applications will be considered on a case by case basis. Travel/Pay Info: $26+ DOE Per Diem available while traveling, individual accommodations provided- single occupancy room with kitchenette- typically a long-term type of hotel property. Prevailing wage and overtime available depending on the job site. Year-round consistent work with time off every 6 weeks to recharge. Position Overview: The Heavy Equipment Operator (Traveling) operates heavy equipment such as bulldozers, compactors, excavators, etc. This individual will work either at a Clean Harbors facility or at a customer location. This position will require 95% travel in all 48 contiguous states (all travel expenses are covered).

Requirements

  • Minimum of 10-years of experience operating this type of equipment
  • 3+ years of previous experience in operating heavy equipment required
  • Previous experience operating Bull Dozers, and Excavators required
  • Must be able to travel 95-100% - Schedule 6 weeks traveling followed by 1-week home PAID
  • Current valid driver license with an acceptable driving record required

Nice To Haves

  • Experience working on demolition jobs is preferred
  • Previous construction experience (Earthworks) preferred

Responsibilities

  • Competent and proficient operation of the following: excavator (60K LB and up), front end loader (3CY and up), articulating dump truck (25CY and up), bull dozer (150HP and up), motor grader, soil compactor, articulating water truck, compact loader, compact excavator, and other construction equipment.
  • Operating machinery like the following: backhoe, front end loader, excavator, bulldozer, track-hoe, and compactor.
  • Operates a heavy-duty forklift as required.
  • Assures unit is never operated in an unsafe manner or in a manner which is inconsistent with Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Complete and submits all associated paperwork as required for waste tracking.
  • Perform occasional labor work.
  • Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times.
  • Other duties as required.

Benefits

  • Competitive wages - Based on Experience
  • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
  • Group 401K with company matching component
  • Generous paid time off
  • Company paid training
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Per Diem available while traveling
  • Individual accommodations provided- single occupancy room with kitchenette
  • Prevailing wage and overtime available depending on the job site

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Senior

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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