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Special Handling Technician

Job in Kearney, Buffalo County, Nebraska, 68847, USA
Listing for: Clean-Harbors
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-31
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Production, Industrial Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, General Labor
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 29 USD Hourly USD 29.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We Build with Passion
- Clean Harbors Kimball, NE
Incineration units are seeking a Special Handling Technician who will be responsible for performing industrial labor and other physically demanding work outdoors, under potentially adverse conditions, as well as within the facility/plant work environment. This is a great opportunity for college students or recent high school grads wanting to gain some work experience. $29 hour w/ OT, 4- 12 hour rotating (days/nights) shifts per week (6a-6p/6p-6a).

Must be willing to work nights. We are searching for a safety-oriented and reliable individual to join our team in Kimball, NE.

Updated resume including most recent employer required for consideration

Why work for Clean Harbors?

  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  • Competitive wages
  • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
  • Group 401K with company matching component
  • Own Part of the Company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
  • Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
Responsibilities
  • Ensures 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
  • Operates industrial equipment, included but not limited to forklift
  • Performs general labor throughout the facility to preparing materials for the incineration process
  • Ensures the safety of him or herself as well as those around them
  • Performs manual tasks such as cleaning up spills when necessary while taking all safety precautions necessary to prevent injury
  • This operation involves significant hazardous waste handling, including bulk sampling, drum decanting, liquid pumping, tanker cleaning, and confined space entry (CF Space)
  • Tasks require full protective suits and use of equipment such as Super Suckers and Guzzlers. Work is associated with elevated danger and high physical exertion - crews rotate in Ty-Vac suite on 1-hour in/1-hour out shifts due to heat and workload
  • Includes bucket drops, Rotary kiln operations, and baghouse maintenance and line cleaning
  • Involves handling sulfide materials with variable pH (low/high), which are both air- and water-reactive. Operations occur in bays with tanker feeds directed to the Train 2 unit (Ash/Truck operations deliver and manage tankers)
  • Follows all standard operating procedures
  • Other duties as required
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent- required
  • Highly Labor-Intensive Work wearing a Ty-vac suit and respirator the majority of your shift!
  • Ability to work in team environment
  • DOT Training
  • Proficiency in Windows based applications
  • Climb on and off forklifts
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs. from the ground to your waste
  • Climb up and down vertical ladders
  • Capable of reaching out, over and down exerting a force
  • 20/20 eyesight corrected or uncorrected - depth perception is critical
  • 10 pushups, deep knee squats and sit-ups (to determine if fit)
  • Good hand/eye coordination
  • Valid Driver's License required
  • Punctuality and attendance required
  • Respirator fit test upon hire- clean shaven face required (mustache okay!)
  • Background check, drug screen and physical- required
  • Updated resume including most recent employer required for consideration
  • Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time, including F1-OPT work authorization.
  • Updated resume including most recent employer required for consideration

Notice of Contingency: Any offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of a background check, pre-employment drug screening, and, where applicable, a job-related physical examination to determine fitness for duty. Drug testing includes screening for cannabis/marijuana. A positive result for illegal drug use or the misuse of controlled substances may result in withdrawal of the employment offer, consistent with company policy and applicable safety-sensitive requirements.

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