Chemical Technician/Driver Farmington Hills

Arch Environmental Group; Farmington (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Chemical Technician/Driver to join their team. This full-time position involves the management of hazardous waste, emergency spill response, and industrial cleaning, primarily in southeastern Michigan. Candidates must possess a valid Class A or B CDL, with a preference for those holding hazardous materials endorsements. The role demands a self-starter who can work effectively in a team, manage physical tasks, and maintain compliance with safety regulations. Join a company committed to environmental safety and employee development, offering a range of benefits including medical insurance, paid time off, and professional training opportunities.

Benefits

Medical/Dental Insurance

Paid Personal Time Off

Paid Holidays

SIMPLE IRA with Employer Match

Paid Mobile Phone

Profit Sharing

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Offsite Monthly Paid Safety Training

Discounted Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B CDL required; hazardous materials endorsement preferred.
• Self-starter with basic computer skills and ability to lift heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Package, label, and transport hazardous wastes and materials.
• Assist in clean-up of chemical spills and industrial cleaning projects.
• Complete regulatory documents for compliant waste disposal.

Skills

Hazardous Waste Management

Emergency Spill Response

Industrial Cleaning

Teamwork

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Commercial Motor Vehicle

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Company Information
Arch Environmental Group, Inc. is an environmental consulting and hazardous materials services company serving clients throughout Michigan and the Midwest. We are looking for a candidate for the safeEARTH team of our company, the team which is responsible for hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, lab packs, industrial cleaning, and waste consulting services. Arch Environmental Group, Inc. is headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan, with a satellite office in Cedar Springs, Michigan (greater Grand Rapids area). This position will report to the Farmington Hills location.

Job Title – Chemical Technician / Driver
Farmington Hills, MI Location
We are looking for a candidate with a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Existing hazardous materials CDL endorsement is preferred, but not required for hiring.

This position will include assisting project managers and field chemists with consolidation/packaging of hazardous wastes, industrial cleaning, spill response and clean-up, recycling activities, and transportation (driving) of hazardous and regulated wastes. This position is based out of our Farmington Hills office with work primarily centered around southeastern Michigan, but will include occasional overnight travel throughout Michigan and the surrounding states. This is a field position, NOT a laboratory position.

Work Activities
Day-to-day work activities for this position will include, but are not limited to:

• Packaging, labeling, manifesting, and transport of universal wastes, liquid industrial by-products, medical wastes, and hazardous wastes.
• Perform consolidation of hazardous materials/wastes (including bulk packaging and repackaging).
• Properly complete regulatory documents for compliant transport and disposal of waste materials.
• Assist in preparation of chemical inventories for proper waste handling and/or disposal.
• Assist in the safe, compliant, and timely clean-up of chemical spills.
• Assist in industrial cleaning projects.
• Operate a commercial motor vehicle transporting hazardous materials and wastes for recycling and/or disposal.

Hours
This is a full-time position. Anticipated full-time work hours will be Monday - Friday, typically 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. depending on project commitments. Additional overtime and weekend work may be needed from time to time to support specific project deadlines. This position is also required to have weekend “on-call” commitments two weekends per month.

Unconditional Job Requirements

• Self-starter, efficient, productive, works well with a team.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) – Class A or Class B.
• Due to insurance requirements, the candidate must be at least 23 years of age and have a clean driving record.
• Successful completion of OSHA/DOT physical examination and drug test.
• Clean criminal/security history required to obtain TSA Threat Assessment clearance for CDL Hazardous Materials endorsement.
• Must be able to frequently move/lift equipment and supplies weighing 50-100 pounds.
• Basic computer experience to handle day-to-day project assignments, use of MS Office.

Preferred Experience/Qualifications

• Current CDL endorsements for Hazardous Materials (H)
• Current DOT Medical Examiners (ME) card
• Experience in the hazardous waste or emergency response industries
• 1-3 years' experience preferred

AEG Benefits:

• Medical/dental insurance
• Paid personal time off
• Paid holidays
• SIMPLE IRA with employer match
• Paid mobile phone
• Profit sharing
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Offsite Monthly Paid Safety and Professional Development Training
• License/Certification Support
• Employee Resource Groups (Women in Leadership, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Group)
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Reward and Recognition Program
• Employee Feedback Program
• Free Snacks
• Social Activities and more!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 Response:
Arch Environmental Group, Inc. has specific policies, procedures, and work practices to help continue to minimize the spread of COVID-19. To address safety issues presented by the spread of coronavirus, the Company developed a COVID-19 Response Plan to ensure that all employees are protected to the extent possible from exposure to COVID-19. The plan is part of a newly developed Infectious Disease Response & Preparedness Plan, which lays out some general policies and procedures implemented for any potential exposures to infectious diseases. Effective March 1, 2024, Arch Environmental Group, Inc. will strongly encourage all team members to receive regular vaccinations for COVID-19, as well as influenza and RSV. Additionally, the company reserves the right to request that team members receive vaccinations where required by clients currently or in the future.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

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