Operator Oil Recycling Lead

About the job

Join our Fallon, NV safety conscious team! Our Refinery Operator is responsible for and not limited to cleaning or changing out of pump strainers, inline filters, sampling tank and production lines, replacing PPE drums, re-use drums, empty all containment bins, and replaces dirty oil absorbent pads. We are looking for a go-getter who is eager to learn!

Wage: $28hr DOE

Why work for Safety-Kleen, a Clean Harbors Company?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5
• Health, Dental and Life Insurance after 30 days of active employment
• 401k with a matching component
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Company paid certifications, licenses and training
• Competitive hourly wages with opportunity for overtime
• Positive and safe work environments

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

• Following the direction of the lead operator handle all plant operations and perform necessary adjustments to the plant

• Follow proper operating procedures.

• Perform rounds of the process units, boiler, and cooling tower.

• Work independently as well as in a team

• Samples process streams and assists with tank farm operations

• Completes tank transfers to control inventory

• Obtains routine process samples to verify product quality

• Switches and changes process filters

• Completes housekeeping tasks within the refinery

• Perform all assigned tasks ensuring that Safety is the Number One Priority.

• Perform all requested duties and maintain an advanced understanding and in-depth knowledge of the Re-Refinery process and facility.

Qualifications

What does it take to work at Safety-Kleen?

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year in a production driven environment is preferred.
• 1+ year in an industrial plant preferred
• Experience working in a labor-intensive role
• Refinery operations experience is an asset!
• Forklift experience preferred
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders daily
• Lift up to 50lbs, work at heights and stand for long periods working at heights, stand for long periods
• Mechanically inclined
• Work in all weather conditions
• Good housekeeping skills
• Follow direction and take initiative
• Works well independently and in a team.

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 ect@cleanharbors.com 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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Additional Information

• Job Identification: 167407
• Job Category: Plant & Facilities
• Posting Date: 2026-10-20
• Job Schedule: Full time
• Locations: 22211 Bango Road, Fallon, NV, 89406, US ()
• Posting Brand Tag: Safety-Kleen
• Pay Range: 18.75 - 53.41 Hourly