Job Description

Work site will be in Chicago IL

Clean Earth is a leading provider of environmental services in the United States providing remediation, disposal, recycling, and beneficial reuse solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous waste, contaminated soil, and dredged material. Our vast portfolio of technologies and services touches nearly every industry that generates waste including energy, infrastructure, commercial, industrial, retail, and healthcare markets.

Every day our teams across the country take a hands-on, dedicated approach to recycling and beneficially reusing waste that would otherwise go into landfills. We value our employees as our most important asset, and this is reflected in many areas across our company including recently being named a 2024 Most Loved Workplace ®. We are committed to creating a positive work culture that fosters growth and development while ensuring the health and safety of our employees.

Why join Clean Earth? 

In addition to competitive pay, we also offer:

• Health benefits available Day 1.
• 401k available Day 1.
• 10+ paid holidays/year.
• Free HAZWOPER training and certification. 
• Overtime opportunities. 
• Ability to be cross-trained into different roles.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Consolidate, treat, store, transport and/or dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous wastes in accordance with environmentally responsible and compliant practices, policies, and procedures.
• Perform routine inspections of customer site to meet environmental requirements.
• Prepare compliant labeling and shipping documents to ship wastes to approved treatment or recycling facilities.
• Perform cleanup of small leaks or spills in accordance with company and customer health and safety guidelines.
• Use forklift and/or pallet jack as needed for movement of containers and loading of trailers.
• Inventory and label containers in accordance with EPA and DOT regulations prior to shipment.
• Maintain adequate supplies for collection and shipment of waste and recyclable materials.
• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by management.

Basic requirements:

• 2+ years of prior experience working with hazardous materials.
• Ability to operate equipment, including a forklift and pallet jack.
• Ability to wear company provided personal protection equipment including eye protection, steel toed shoes, gloves, Tyvek coveralls, and respirator as needed.
• Have the ability to read, write and speak in English.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work indoor and outdoor in all weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency with Windows based programs (i.e. Excel and Word).
• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and RCRA Regulations.
• Has the ability to operate a powered industrial truck, e.g., forklift and possesses safe driving record.
• Able to work in a team environment or alone based on business needs.
• Good attendance record and safe work history.

Clean Earth offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans starting on the first day of employment; paid time off, wellness benefits, employee discount program, tuition assistance, and a 401k with company matching. 

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

If you have a difficulty applying for any job posted on Harsco Clean Earth’s website because a disability prevents you from using the online system, Clean Earth offers the following alternate application procedure: Call toll free (833) 209-2659 and leave your name, phone number, city and state of residence. Clean Earth will arrange for an alternate method of applying and will consider your application together with all other applications received for the job. This line is dedicated to disability applications only. No other inquiries will receive a response.

Clean Earth is one of the largest specialty waste companies in the United States providing remediation, disposal, recycling, and beneficial reuse solutions for contaminated soil, dredged material, and hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Our vast portfolio of technologies and services touches nearly every industry that generates waste including energy, infrastructure, commercial, industrial, retail, and healthcare markets.With the largest TSDF network in the country, it is our unique capability of providing a one-source, full-service solution to handle multiple waste streams from a single customer. Our processes are detailed, our due diligence is tireless, and our results provide unmatched recycling and disposal solutions for our customers with the utmost in customer service. Everyday Clean Earth takes a hands-on, dedicated approach to recycling and beneficially reusing waste that would otherwise go into landfills. Allow our team of experts to provide a customized waste disposal and recycling solution for your company, tailored to your needs, and your goals.

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