What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator position at TRADEBE?
Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses dedicated to creating a more sustainable planet and making a real impact on human wellbeing. In the US, we lead the way in recycling and the circular economy, managing diverse environmental challenges sustainably.
Our Field Services team delivers essential industrial services directly in the field, including tank cleaning, spill response, waste removal, and more. This hands-on team plays a critical role in environmental protection and often travels to various sites. Join us and make a real impact on the environment!
Opportunity Highlights
- Competitive hourly pay
- Full benefits: Health, Dental, Vision and 401K
- Project-based schedule with frequent travel (out-of-town work common)
- Location: Travel-based role supporting refineries and chemical plants nationwide
- Get paid weekly
What will you do? Make an impact!
This is a hands-on opportunity for experienced tank cleaning and remediation professionals who want steady work, travel, and long-term career growth. You’ll be on the front lines supporting critical refinery and chemical plant operations, working with specialized equipment and contributing to safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible job sites.
Key Job Responsibilities
- Process materials from tanks or lagoons and support tank cleaning operations
- Operate, rig up/down, and maintain tank cleaning and separation equipment
- Perform cleaning, decontamination, and remediation activities on tanks and equipment
- Conduct Job Safety Analyses (JSA) and job audits to ensure safe work practices
- Respond to emergency situations as required on-site
- Perform routine maintenance and inspections on equipment
- Other duties as assigned
Do you have what it takes?
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license or state-issued ID
- 1 year of experience decontaminating equipment and cleaning above-ground tanks at refineries
- 2 years of experience operating tank cleaning and processing equipment (e.g., centrifuges, filter presses, decanters, robots, dredging units)
- Ability to complete 40-hour HAZWOPER training and obtain TWIC card and required security clearances
- Physically able to perform demanding work while wearing PPE, including respirators, and able to travel extensively
What’s in for you?
Why Tradebe is Right for You
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Student loan repayment assistance
- Generous vacation and sick plans
- Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
- 401k Retirement match
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Health savings accounts (HSA)
- Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
- Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
- Leadership opportunities
- Great work environment and culture
- And MORE!
Ready to make a difference? Apply now!
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Nearest Major Market: Houston