Forklift Operator

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📍 San Jose, CA, United StatesFull time💰 USD 24+

About this role

Description

Clean Harbors is currently looking for a Forklift Operator to join their team! As a Forklift Operator, you will perform hands on operations. Truck To Truck Technician at our San Jose, CA facility will be responsible for the movement and placement of waste from Clean Harbors’ facilities and direct generators.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

2 Schedules available:  

  1. 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM (M-F)
  2. 10 AM to 9:30 PM (M-F)

Pay: $24/Hr.

  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  • Competitive wages
  • Monday-Friday schedule
  • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
  • Group 401K with company matching component 
  • Own Part of the Company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
  • Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career

Responsibilities⁠⁠⁠⁠

  • Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times;
  • Performs daily tasks of drum pumping, drum dumping, tank farm operations, and offloading trucks;
  • Completes and submits all associated paperwork as required for waste tracking movements, able to use scanning application.
  • Performs other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management.
  • Offload, palletize, and reload materials.
  • Inspect containers, and maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

Qualifications

What does it take to work at Clean Harbors?

  • High School diploma or equivalent required;
  • Must be 18 years or older;
  • 1-3; Years of related experience;
  • Fork lift experience preferred (Not Required);
  • Ability to use computer;
  • Ability to lift 50 or more pounds;

Clean Harbors has a commitment to excellence deeply rooted in a strong sense of tradition. Our entire business model revolves around keeping North American businesses green. We generate more than $1.2 billion in annual revenue as a world-class environmental service organization and market leader in industrial hazardous waste management, parts-cleaning technology, and oil re-refining. We collect over 200 million gallons of used motor oil each year and we have the largest re-refinery capacity in North America allowing us to re-refine more than 150 million gallons each year.

Every day, we help our customers resolve their waste management needs and reduce their carbon footprint. PROTECTION. CHOICES. PEOPLE. MAKE GREEN WORK.™

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 and its subsidiaries are 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 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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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Forklift Operator role at Clean Harbors?
The listed salary for this Forklift Operator position at Clean Harbors is USD 24+. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Forklift Operator position at Clean Harbors located?
This Forklift Operator role at Clean Harbors is based in San Jose, CA, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Forklift Operator role at Clean Harbors full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Forklift Operator role at Clean Harbors.
How do I apply for the Forklift Operator position at Clean Harbors?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to Clean Harbors's official application portal hosted on oraclecloud where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Forklift Operator job at Clean Harbors posted?
This Forklift Operator position at Clean Harbors was posted on Jun 10, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Forklift Operator
Clean Harbors · 💰 USD 24+
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