Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator

Clean Harbors’ National Remediation team is seeking Traveling Heavy Equipment Operators to operate a variety of equipment, such as backhoes, bulldozers, loaders, excavators, and other machinery. Candidates must be willing and able to perform manual labor as required.

About the role

The Heavy Equipment Operator (Traveling) operates heavy equipment such as bulldozers, compactors, excavators, and more, either at a Clean Harbors facility or at a customer location. This position requires 95% travel in all 48 contiguous states, with all travel expenses covered.

Responsibilities

• Competent and proficient operation of the following: excavator (60K LB and up), front end loader (3CY and up), articulating dump truck (25CY and up), bulldozer (150HP and up), motor grader, soil compactor, articulating water truck, compact loader, compact excavator, and other construction equipment.
• Operate machinery such as backhoes, front end loaders, excavators, bulldozers, track-hoes, and compactors.
• Operate a heavy-duty forklift as required.
• Ensure equipment is never operated in an unsafe manner or inconsistently with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Complete and submit all associated paperwork for waste tracking.
• Perform occasional labor work.
• Prioritize Health and Safety by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes, and acting safely at all times.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• 3+ years of previous experience operating heavy equipment.
• Previous experience operating bulldozers and excavators required.
• Previous construction experience (Earthworks) preferred.
• Must be able to travel 95-100% with a schedule of 6 weeks traveling followed by 1 week home (paid).
• Current valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Physical Requirements

• Physically demanding role requiring navigation of varying site conditions, including steep slopes and rugged terrain, and walking several miles per day.
• Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted and wear personal protective equipment that may restrict movement.
• Requires walking, standing for extended periods, sitting in equipment that may vibrate or jostle, climbing, working at heights, pulling/pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, crawling, stooping, crouching, and balance.
• Requires speaking, listening, understanding, and writing in English; color determination, depth perception, clarity of vision, and 20/20 eyesight (corrected or uncorrected).
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment and a clean personal appearance.
• Facial hair must comply with the company’s respiratory protection facial hair policy.

Travel

• 95-100% travel required, with a typical rotation of 6 weeks on a project (not coming home on weekends) followed by 1 week off.
• Flying is required to reach project locations unless it is a local job.
• Primary locations: Houston or San Antonio, Texas. Other locations considered on a case-by-case basis.

Pay

• $26–32 per hour, based on experience.
• Per diem available while traveling.
• Individual accommodations provided (single-occupancy room with kitchenette, typically a long-term hotel property).
• Prevailing wage and overtime available depending on the job site.

Benefits

• Health and Safety as the top priority.
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment.
• Group 401K with company matching.
• Generous paid time off, company-paid training, and tuition reimbursement.
• Positive and safe work environments.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Year-round consistent work with time off every 6 weeks to recharge.