Clean Harbors
Posted 3mo ago

Material Handler

Clean Harbors
Elgin, Illinois, United States
$15-$30/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities
  • unloading waste
  • loading trucks
  • stocking warehouse
Requirements
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision
  • Basic computer skills
  • Physical ability, and availability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather
Technical tools mentioned
computer

Job description

Safety-Kleen in Elgin, IL is seeking a Warehouse Worker (Material Handler) to complete all assigned warehouse duties in a safe and responsible manner. This role will work within all local, state, and federal rules and regulations; and follow all Safety-Kleen policies and procedures.

Safety-Kleen, a subsidiary of Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology - come be part of the solution with us.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  • Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
  • Offering $20/hr + OT + Perks
  • 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 for all the stages of your career
  • Company paid training and tuition reimbursement


RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and always acting in a safe manner
  • Unload containerized waste from the route trucks
  • Reload route trucks with supplies and equipment for next day's runs
  • Ensures all waste and containers are in acceptable shipping condition and organized for transport to recycle or distribution centers
  • Stock the warehouse with received materials
  • Prepare waste loads for shipment
  • Housekeeping in the branch (painting, picking up trash, sweeping, cleaning, straightening)
  • Empty and fill drums of solvent mineral spirits
  • Perform minor repairs on parts washers at the warehouse
  • Observe third party bulk liquid transfers
  • Assist with inventory count at warehouse
  • 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


QUALIFICATIONS

  • Attention to detail
  • Follow specific instructions
  • Work with minimal supervision at times
  • Basic computer skills
  • Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Perform physical functions per job requirements
  • Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Forklift experience
  • Previous relevant experience
  • Experience with waste labels, manifests, and load sheets

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 [email protected] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

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 factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Job Identification: 160634
Category: Supply Chain
Posting Date: 2026-05-12
Job Schedule: Full time
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Job Function: Shipping & Receiving
Locations: 1506 East Villa Street
Pay Range: $15.14 - $30.29 Hourly

About Clean Harbors

Provides environmental, energy, and industrial services.

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