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Clean Harbors

Environmental General Laborer

Champaign, IL · On-site

$14.90 - $34.62/hr

Clean Harbors in Urbana, IL is seeking an Environmental General Laborer to join our safety conscious team. This role will be active in the field responsible for the performance of tasks associated ...

MasTec Inc

Union Service Truck Driver

Champaign, IL · On-site

This is a unionized position. Applicants must be willing to join and adhere to the terms of the ... Perform general labor duties as needed. * Maintain visual and radio contact with ground operators ...

MasTec Inc

Union Service Truck Driver

Champaign, IL · On-site

This is a unionized position. Applicants must be willing to join and adhere to the terms of the ... Perform general labor duties as needed. * Maintain visual and radio contact with ground operators ...

MasTec Inc

Union Service Truck Driver

Champaign, IL

This is a unionized position. Applicants must be willing to join and adhere to the terms of the ... Perform general labor duties as needed. * Maintain visual and radio contact with ground operators ...

MasTec Inc

Union Service Truck Driver

Champaign, IL · On-site

This is a unionized position. Applicants must be willing to join and adhere to the terms of the ... Perform general labor duties as needed. * Maintain visual and radio contact with ground operators ...

MasTec Inc

Union Service Truck Driver

Champaign, IL · On-site

This is a unionized position. Applicants must be willing to join and adhere to the terms of the ... Perform general labor duties as needed. * Maintain visual and radio contact with ground operators ...

MasTec Inc

Union Service Truck Driver

Champaign, IL

This is a unionized position. Applicants must be willing to join and adhere to the terms of the ... Perform general labor duties as needed. * Maintain visual and radio contact with ground operators ...

MasTec Inc

Union Service Truck Driver

Champaign, IL · On-site

This is a unionized position. Applicants must be willing to join and adhere to the terms of the ... Perform general labor duties as needed. * Maintain visual and radio contact with ground operators ...

MasTec Inc

Union Service Truck Driver

Champaign, IL

This is a unionized position. Applicants must be willing to join and adhere to the terms of the ... Perform general labor duties as needed. * Maintain visual and radio contact with ground operators ...

MasTec Inc

Union Service Truck Driver

Champaign, IL · On-site

This is a unionized position. Applicants must be willing to join and adhere to the terms of the ... Perform general labor duties as needed. * Maintain visual and radio contact with ground operators ...

MasTec Inc

Union Service Truck Driver

Champaign, IL · On-site

This is a unionized position. Applicants must be willing to join and adhere to the terms of the ... Perform general labor duties as needed. * Maintain visual and radio contact with ground operators ...

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How much do union laborer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for union laborer in Rantoul, IL is $17.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.95 and $19.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges union laborers face on the job site, and how can they be addressed?

Union Laborers often encounter physically demanding tasks, varying weather conditions, and the need to adapt quickly to changing project requirements. Effective communication with supervisors and team members is crucial to ensure safety and efficiency. Staying up-to-date with safety protocols, using proper protective equipment, and participating in ongoing training can help overcome these challenges and contribute to a safer, more productive work environment.

What does a union laborer do?

A union laborer performs manual labor tasks on construction sites, such as loading materials, digging trenches, and assisting skilled tradespeople. They often work with tools and equipment, follow safety protocols, and may need certifications like OSHA training. Their work supports the building and maintenance of infrastructure and buildings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a union laborer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Union Laborer, you need physical stamina, basic construction knowledge, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often supplemented by union apprenticeship programs. Familiarity with hand and power tools, safety equipment, and compliance with OSHA standards is typically required. Dependability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic are important soft skills for excelling in this role. These abilities ensure safe, efficient work and effective collaboration on construction sites, contributing to overall project success.

What is a union laborer?

Union laborers are skilled workers who perform a variety of tasks on construction sites, including demolition, excavation, building, and site preparation, and are members of a labor union. Being part of a union provides them with collective bargaining power, which helps secure better wages, benefits, and working conditions. Union laborers often receive specialized training and are required to follow strict safety standards. Their work is essential to the completion of many large-scale building and infrastructure projects.

How do you get into a union laborer?

To become a union laborer, you typically need to complete an apprenticeship program that combines on-the-job training with classroom instruction, often requiring a high school diploma or equivalent. You can apply through a local union or apprenticeship program, meet physical and age requirements, and sometimes pass an aptitude test or interview before being accepted into the program.
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Environmental General Laborer

Clean Harbors

Champaign, IL • On-site

$14.90 - $34.62/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 8 days ago

Clean Harbors rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 153 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

42nd of 90 rated recycling and waste

Job description

Clean Harbors in Urbana, IL is seeking an Environmental General Laborer to join our safety conscious team. This role will be active in the field responsible for the performance of tasks associated with hazardous waste clean-up, site-remediation, equipment decontamination and handling of hazardous materials.  
 
  • Potential for consistent overnight travel
  • Driver's license required
  • Monday through Saturday schedule, average start time between 6-7 am
  • Average an 8-10+ hour day.  Overtime after 40 hrs. 
  • Must be available for emergency response (on call weekends) 
  • Role requires strong teamwork skills
     

Note: this position requires new hires to attend our two-week Academy training out of state. Expenses are covered by the company, and it is paid training.


Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.  Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.

 
Why work for Clean Harbors?
  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  • Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth 
  • Pay range $18-20 per hour
  • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
  • Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
  • Company paid training and tuition reimbursement

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:
  • Ensure Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and always acting in a safe manner
  • Engage in strenuous physical labor including lifting and pulling heavy objects
  • Operate light and heavy equipment, handles various hand tools and powered industrial tools, works with vibration-producing tools
  • Wear and properly use a variety of personal protective Equipment (PPE). Including respirators, skin, face, hand and foot protection in a multiple number of combinations
  • Work in various temperatures indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
  • Work in atmospheres and locations with the potential for exposure to various chemical and physical agents, some of which may be hazardous, toxic, or corrosive
  • Work in potentially elevated noise levels, confined spaces, including lifting in areas of low clearance
  • Work at elevations including working from ladders and scaffolding
  • Assist in field sampling activities and calibration of meters
  • Climb ladders, scaffolding and into and out of trucks, tanks, and various other containers
  • Work extended (> 8 hrs.) time periods
  • Attend all compliance and safety update meetings
  • Inspect drums for container integrity and regulatory compliance
  • Safe loading and unloading of hazardous and non-hazardous waste
  • Conduct waste stream sampling and profiling as necessary
  • Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
  • Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
  • Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
  • Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • By position, ability to be on call for emergency response on rotating basis every other week
  • By position, site-remediation, equipment decontamination, and the handling of hazardous materials

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:
  • Reliable transportation
  • Ability to perform physical functions per Key Responsibilities
  • This position includes emergency response, a continuing condition of employment is agreeing to be on-call; on occasion working on weekends and holidays will be required; emergency response situations can extend beyond 8 hours, up to 12-24 hrs.
  • Perform physical functions per job requirements
  • Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
  • Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Valid Driver’s license
  • Previous relevant labor experience

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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About Clean Harbors

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Clean Harbors is North America’s leading provider of environmental and industrial services. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of Fortune 500 companies. Its customer base spans a number of industries, including chemical, and manufacturing, as well as numerous government agencies. These customers rely on Clean Harbors to deliver a broad range of services such as end-to-end hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning and maintenance, and recycling services. Through its Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors also is North America’s largest re-refiner and recycler of used oil and a leading provider of parts washers and environmental services to commercial, industrial and automotive customers. Founded in 1980 and based in Massachusetts, Clean Harbors operates throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.

Industry

Environmental consulting services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Norwell, MA, US

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