Job Req ID:  5942
Date:  Oct 7, 2026
Tradebe Site:  Tradebe East Chicago
Location: 

East Chicago, IN, US, 46312

Department:  Operations
Business Line:  Environmental Services & Global Functions

Tank Farm Operator - 4th Shift

Description: 

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 East Chicago, IN facility is the heart of our operations and our largest processing hub, where innovation and teamwork drive meaningful environmental solutions. Join us in this dynamic location to be part of shaping a sustainable future.

Opportunity Highlights

  • Location: East Chicago, IN
  • Shift: 4 days on, 3 days off -  Saturday/Sunday and two weekdays from 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Pay Range: $20.90-21.63/hr
    • Base Pay: $18.90/hr starting; Increases to $19.63 after 90 days; 
    • Operator Pay: $0.75/hr
    • Shift Differential: $1.25/hr
  • Paid Weekly!
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits – HSA and FSA options! 
  • 401(k)

What will you do? Make an impact!

As a Tank Farm Operator, you'll play a critical role in the safe handling, movement, and storage of materials throughout our facility. This hands-on position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in an industrial environment, takes pride in operating safely, and wants to contribute to a team that helps protect the environment through responsible waste management and recycling.

 

Key Job Responsibilities

 

  • Safely load, unload, transfer, and move materials between tanks, tankers, trucks, and railcars while following established operating procedures.
  • Operate, monitor, and perform basic maintenance on pumps, valves, storage tanks, and other process equipment to support daily operations.
  • Conduct routine inspections, sampling, and compatibility testing to ensure safe and compliant material handling.
  • Maintain accurate records, track processed materials, and support daily operational and compliance activities.
  • Promote a strong culture of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) by following regulatory requirements, maintaining a clean work area, and supporting facility compliance programs.

Do you have what it takes?

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Forklift experience; comfortable working around industrial equipment.
  • At least 1 year in an industrial or hazardous‑waste setting is a plus.
  • Basic familiarity with DOT/RCRA rules is helpful (we’ll train on specifics).
  • Able to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.
  • Able to work on-site and perform physical tasks (walking, standing, lifting, reaching, pushing, pulling, kneeling, crawling).

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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If this offer does not match your expectations, but you would like to develop your career in a company that promotes circular economy and sustainability, register on our Career Page, and don't miss out on new job opportunities! 🚀

 


Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law

 

 

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