Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator
Listed on 2026-07-24
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor / Trades, General Labor
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: Illinois is preferred, all other locations will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Pay Info: $26-32 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.
- The position will require 95% travel in all 48 contiguous states (all travel expenses are covered).
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5.
- 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 and tuition reimbursement.
- Positive and safe work environments.
- Opportunities for advancement.
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