Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator

Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator – Clean Harbors

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, loaders, screeners, excavators and other equipment. Candidates must also be willing and able to perform manual labor as required.

The operator is expected to be between 95-100% travel
. The typical rotation is 6 weeks on a project (not coming home on weekends) and 1 week off. Flying is required to get to project locations unless it is a local job.

East Coast locations are preferred. All other locations will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

$26–32 DOE.

Per diem available while traveling. Individual accommodations are provided (single occupancy room with kitchenette, typically a long‑term type of hotel property). Prevailing wage and overtime are available depending on the job site.

• 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 requires 95% travel in all 48 contiguous states; all travel expenses are covered.

Year‑round consistent work with time off every 6 weeks to recharge.

• 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 401(k) with company matching component.
• Generous paid time off, company‑paid training and tuition reimbursement.
• Positive and safe work environments.
• Opportunities for advancement.