Hazardous Waste Incineration Operator (Rotary Kiln)

Shape a safer, cleaner future in Kimball, NE

At Clean Harbors' Kimball, NE Incineration unit, you will be on the front lines of environmental protection. As a Hazardous Waste Incineration Operator (Rotary Kiln), you’ll run critical thermal treatment systems, maneuver drums and materials with a forklift, and keep our tank farm moving—all while putting safety first.

A day in the life

• Rotate through 12-hour day and night shifts (6a–6p / 6p–6a), four shifts per week.
• Earn $26.50 per hour DOE, paid weekly.
• Operate a rotary kiln incinerator and clamshell device (gamers and DJs tend to love the controls!).
• Move, open, and process drums; perform drum pumping/dumping; and handle tank farm truck loading/unloading in line with DOT segregation rules.
• Run a forklift with documented daily safety checks and maintain tidy, compliant work areas.
• Use scanning applications for dumping/pumping and complete all waste-tracking paperwork.
• Follow SOPs, complete quizzes, and take ownership of permit-driven compliance standards.
• Hit or exceed production goals while living our 3-6-5 safety mindset.

What you bring

• High School Diploma/GED; proficiency with Windows-based software.
• Forklift operation skills; ability to climb on/off forklifts and up/down vertical ladders.
• DOT training (or willingness to obtain).
• Mechanical aptitude and strong hand–eye coordination.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a team setting; reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Physical readiness: lift up to 50 lbs from ground to waist height; perform 10 pushups, deep knee squats, and sit-ups (fitness assessment).
• 20/20 vision (corrected or uncorrected); depth perception is critical.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Respirator fit test upon hire—clean shaven face required (mustache okay!).
• Updated resume required.

Why Clean Harbors

• Safety is our #1 priority—lived 3-6-5.
• Comprehensive health benefits after 30 days.
• Competitive pay with weekly paychecks.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan—own a piece of the company.
• Generous PTO, company-paid training, and tuition reimbursement.
• Career development across every stage of your journey.

About Clean Harbors

We’re a world-class environmental services leader and North America’s market leader in industrial hazardous waste management, parts-cleaning technology, and oil re-refining. We collect over 200 million gallons of used motor oil yearly and operate the continent’s largest re-refinery capacity—re-refining more than 150 million gallons annually. Every day, we help customers reduce their waste footprint. PROTECTION. CHOICES. PEOPLE. MAKE GREEN WORK.

Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are 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.

Apply now

Ready to make green work? Apply at https://careers.cleanharbors.com/

Compensation transparency

Clean Harborsis 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.

Legal and notices

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harborsis 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 eci@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.

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.

Background check, drug screen and physical

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.