Industrial Controls & Instrumentation Technologist

It’s 6:00 a.m. at our Kimball, Nebraska incineration facility. You gear up, review the overnight logs, and step out to the process line. First order of business: verify critical instruments, calibrate transmitters, and fine-tune PLC logic so production hits spec and stays safe. Before lunch, you’ll chase down a control circuitry fault with the electrical team; by mid-afternoon you’ll complete preventive checks, update records, and prep for tomorrow’s work list. If that sounds like your kind of day, you’ll thrive here.

This is a fully on-site role supporting Clean Harbors’ Kimball, NE incineration unit. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates outside the local area.

• Hourly: $35–$48 DOE (paid weekly); OT eligible
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, minimum 45 hours/week (5 x 9-hour days), start at 6:00 a.m.
• No nights or weekends
• Area note: Cost of living is 50%+ less than Colorado
• Must be available for on-call support as needed and live within 45 minutes of the facility

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority—we live it 3-6-5
• Relocation assistance provided
• Comprehensive health benefits after 30 days
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Generous PTO, paid training, and tuition reimbursement
• Career growth at every stage

• Troubleshoot instrument and control issues to root cause
• Perform preventive maintenance and instrument calibrations
• Program and adjust PLC logic; interpret instrumentation diagrams
• Service/replace motors and lighting; perform general electrical maintenance
• Maintain accurate records and logs
• Collaborate closely with electrical and maintenance teams
• Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• 1+ year of industrial instrumentation experience (required)
• Strong schematic/blueprint reading (required)
• Proficiency with PLC programming, software tools, and instrumentation diagrams (required)
• Hands-on experience with calibrations/checks; control circuitry; installing system controls; troubleshooting; MCCs; cabling; power distribution centers; power wiring; high voltage (480V) (all required)
• Windows-based application proficiency; ability to multitask and work in a team
• Preferred: Instrument training/degree/certification; DCS exposure; NFPA 70E/Arc Flash knowledge; VFD familiarity; electrical training/certification
• Physical: Lift 50 lbs. to waist height; climb vertical ladders; reach overhead/forward; strong depth perception and hand-eye coordination
• Valid driver’s license; punctual attendance
• Respirator fit test upon hire—clean-shaven face required (mustache okay!)
• Updated resume with most recent employer required for consideration

• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Low Voltage Cabling Installation
• Arc Flash
• Data Control System
• Data Control System (DCS)
• Motor Control Centers
• Power Wiring
• NFPA 70E

• Servo Motors
• Calibrations/Checks
• Control circuitry
• Install System Controls
• Troubleshooting

Join our team today! Apply at https://careers.cleanharbors.com/.

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.

Background check, drug screen and physical-** required**

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

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 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.