CDL B Drivers

Clean Harbors; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits after 30 days

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Company-paid training and tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Bristol, CT is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist to handle chemical waste and ensure compliance with regulations. This entry-level position involves customer-facing roles and offers opportunities for growth within the company. Successful candidates will hold a CDL B and demonstrate strong customer service skills. Join a company focused on safety, sustainability, and career development.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL B.
• Obtain hazmat and tanker endorsements within 6 months of employment.
• Successfully complete background check, drug test, and physical exam.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety by complying with all safe work practices.
• Prepare packing lists, labels, and manifests.
• Inspect storage areas and drums for compliance.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Compliance with safety regulations

Physical ability to perform required tasks

Education

College degree in Chemistry or Natural Science

Tools

Hazmat and tanker endorsements

Job description

Environmental Field Chemist – Class B CDL Driver (CleanPack Chemist) – Bristol, CT

Clean Harbors is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist to handle, segregate, pack, and inspect chemical waste in accordance with Federal, State, and Local regulations and company policies. This position works indoors and outdoors at plants, labs, customer sites and involves assisting with lab packs within customer facilities, household hazardous waste collections, and lab moves. It is a customer‑facing role, working at customer sites daily.

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy, and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. We provide on‑site solutions to complex environmental challenges.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3‑6‑5.
• Focus on sustainability and cleaning the Earth.
• Recruiting Pay range $22–$24k.
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full‑time employment including 401(k) with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Opportunities for growth and development at all career stages.
• Company‑paid training and tuition reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes.
• Prepare computer‑generated packing lists, labels, manifests, and land disposal restriction notifications.
• Perform inspections of staging, accumulating, and storage areas to ensure proper housekeeping and compliance.
• Inspect storage areas and drums for leaks or spills.
• Inspect drums for compliance with labeling regulations.
• Collect, segregate, and properly package waste chemicals for disposal to maximize efficiency and maintain compliance.
• Execute jobs at Clean Harbors customer locations, including Fortune 500 companies.
• Prepare final approval of all projects before shipment in accordance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company policies.
• Conduct projects/jobs according to site‑specific Federal, State, and local regulations and health and safety plans.
• Understand customer‑specific disposal restrictions and special packaging requirements.
• Sample and profile new waste streams or any waste needing analytical testing.
• Ensure drum count is correct and that drum conditions are shippable in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Follow all local, state, and federal compliance regulations and rules.
• Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state, and federal requirements.
• Observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures.
• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Valid CDL B.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Obtain hazmat and tanker endorsements within 6 months of employment.
• Perform required physical functions.
• Successfully complete background check, drug test, and physical exam.
• Meet facial hair standards per OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.34.

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree in Chemistry or Natural Science.
• Previous experience in Environmental Services (e.g., remediation, abatement, emergency spill response).

Our Environmental Field Chemist is an entry‑level position into an exciting and rewarding career at Clean Harbors.

Transitioning Military: this is a great opportunity to leverage your skills, experience, and training as you return to civilian life.

This position is an entry‑level management role. From this role, there are approximately 15 other roles one can be promoted into within Clean Harbors. Many of our middle and senior management staff started in this role to date.

We will accelerate your training so you learn the skills and knowledge to succeed in this position and start your career. You can work in any of our 200+ branch locations and transfer internally. After successfully learning this position in approximately 18 to 36 months, you will have the opportunity to move into a Salary Management position.

Clean Harbors Technical Services

• Waste Disposal – Comprehensive disposal of hazardous and non‑hazardous waste at company‑owned facilities.
• Recycling Services – Extensive recycling, reuse, and reclamation options for materials such as solvents, chemicals, oil, and electrical equipment.
• Chemical Packing – Safe, efficient handling and disposal of the widest range of chemicals, including reagents and compressed gases.
• Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Services – HHW collection programs of all types and sizes, facilitated by Clean Harbors expert personnel.

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 [e-mail] or 1‑844‑922‑5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

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. Some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.