Water Treatment Operator

Clean Harbors in Stockton, CA is seeking a Water Treatment Operator to operate heavy equipment such as a backhoe, heavy duty crane, heavy duty forklift and/or track hoe within the field.

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with company match
• Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Opportunities for growth and development at all stages of your career
• Company paid training and tuition reimbursement

• Ensure health and safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes and always acting in a safe manner.
• Operate backhoe, heavy duty crane, heavy duty forklift and/or track hoe.
• Operate a forklift as necessary.
• Complete daily checklist required for proper operation of the unit being operated.
• Ensure the unit is never operated in an unsafe manner or in a manner inconsistent with standard operating procedures.
• Complete and submit all associated paperwork required for waste tracking movements.
• Ensure all containers are properly secured (e.g., chock blocks, jack stands).
• Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules.
• Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements.
• Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures.
• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Be on call for emergency response on a rotating basis every other week.
• Perform site remediation, equipment decontamination and handling of hazardous materials as required.

• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Previous experience operating backhoe, heavy duty crane, heavy duty forklift and/or track hoe.
• Perform physical functions required by the job.
• Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical as required by the position.
• Meet facial hair standards required by OSHA’s Respiratory Protection standard (29 CFR ) when using a respirator.

• Previous experience in Hazmat operations.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer. Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact  or 1‑844‑922‑5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on location, experience, skills and business needs. Some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Job Identification: 162931
Category:
Field Technicians
Posting Date: 2026‑06‑25

Job Schedule:

Full time
Regular or Temporary:
Regular
Job Function:
Operators
Locations: 2050 West Fremont Street
Pay Range: $18.03 - $36.06 Hourly
Driver Qualification

Required:

N/A