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Veolia Environnement SA

Material Handler I

Sauget, IL · On-site

$24.40/hr

... operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It ... Shrink-wrap charges; move to incinerator dock for burning. * Consolidate material from drums into ...

Clean Harbors

Incineration Operator I

Dugway, UT · On-site

$27.81/hr

Our Incineration Operator will direct hazardous waste into the incinerator to be destroyed by through various feed processes. We are looking for a safety minded individual who is a team player. We ...

Veolia Environnement SA

Material Handler I

Sauget, IL · On-site

$23.69/hr

... operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It ... Shrink-wrap charges; move to incinerator dock for burning. * Consolidate material from drums into ...

Clean Harbors

Incineration Operator I

Dugway, UT · On-site

$27.81/hr

Our Incineration Operator will direct hazardous waste into the incinerator to be destroyed by through various feed processes. We are looking for a safety minded individual who is a team player. We ...

Owens Corning

Operator Helper

Kearny, NJ

$18.25 - $21/hr

Truck Loading and Unloading and Boiler Incinerator. Required to train and obtain a Boiler Operator License from the State of New Jersey. * Perform the administrative tracking tasks of data entry, BOL ...

Owens Corning

Operator Helper

Kearny, NJ · On-site

$18.25 - $21/hr

Truck Loading and Unloading and Boiler Incinerator. Required to train and obtain a Boiler Operator License from the State of New Jersey. * Perform the administrative tracking tasks of data entry, BOL ...

Chevron

Operator Trainee

Belle Chasse, LA · On-site

... hot oil units, incinerator furnaces, firewater and cooling water systems, boiler feedwater ... Operator, Control Room Operator, Emergency Response, Tank Field Operator, Terminal Operator

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for incinerator operator in the United States is $21.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for an Incinerator Operator?

As an Incinerator Operator, a typical day involves starting up and shutting down incinerators, monitoring temperature and emissions, performing routine inspections, and troubleshooting equipment issues as they arise. You'll also record operational data, follow strict safety and environmental procedures, and may assist with minor maintenance or repairs. Teamwork is important, as you will coordinate with supervisors, maintenance staff, and sometimes environmental specialists to ensure safe and compliant operations. The work environment is usually industrial and may require wearing protective equipment due to heat and hazardous materials. This role offers valuable hands-on experience with heavy machinery and can provide pathways to supervisory or technical specialist positions with additional training.

What is an Incinerator Operator job?

An Incinerator Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining incineration systems used to dispose of waste materials safely and efficiently. They ensure proper combustion, manage waste loading, and comply with environmental regulations to minimize emissions. Operators also perform routine inspections, troubleshoot equipment issues, and document operational data. This role is essential in industries like waste management, healthcare, and manufacturing, where proper disposal of hazardous or non-recyclable waste is required.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Incinerator Operator position, and why are they important?

Incinerator Operators need a solid understanding of mechanical systems, safety protocols, and basic maintenance, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant on-the-job training. Familiarity with control panels, monitoring systems, and relevant certifications such as OSHA safety training is typically required. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and effective communication are important soft skills for this position. These skills ensure safe, efficient operation of incineration equipment and compliance with environmental regulations.

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Material Handler I

Veolia Environnement SA

Sauget, IL • On-site

$24.40/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country's largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Position Purpose:

Performs duties required to prepare hazardous waste materials for incineration in a safe and efficient manner; breaks down and extracts material from various containers and repackages per process plan for feeding into the incinerator. 

Primary Duties /Responsibilities: 

  • Assemble boxes and stage all necessary materials for processing and repackaging waste into charge boxes for incinerator.
  • Suit up with proper personal protection equipment and other necessary equipment for environmental protection.
  • Break down and extract waste materials (including hard solids that may require jackhammer) from various vendor containers and dumps into mixing pan.
  • Process materials into various combinations of solids, mixes and/or slurries and repackages into charge boxes per process/plan; weighs all charges to meet, process, plan specifications.
  • Record all material processed to maintain in-process inventory data using electronic scanning devices.
  • Shrink-wrap charges; move to incinerator dock for burning.
  • Consolidate material from drums into roll-off containers for incineration.
  • Reclaim vendor drums for recycling and crush drums that are not re-usable.
  • Dump waste hoppers and clean process area and maintain cleanliness around department.
  • Change out air supply banks (provides clean air source for personal protective suits) as required.
  • Maintain a complete inventory of personal protection equipment and other department supplies.
  • Communicate with all leadmen and on-coming shift crews as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background: 

  • High School diploma or GED required
  • Add, subtract, multiply and divide decimals and fractions, simple use of formulas, charts, use adjustable measuring instruments where interpretation is required.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: 

  • Ability to communicate through reading and writing
  • Trained in the use of material handling equipment

Required Certification / Licenses / Training: 

  • 40-Hour HAZWOPER training preferred
Additional Information

Hourly Pay: $24.40 per hour

Benefits: Our employees are covered by comprehensive benefits packages including paid time off policies; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans, savings accounts; tuition reimbursement; paid volunteering and more.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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