CleanPack Chemist (CDL)

Society for Conservation Biology; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist to handle chemical waste management. This role involves working at various customer sites, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and providing top-notch customer service. The position offers a pathway to management and significant growth opportunities within the company. Join a team dedicated to sustainability and environmental protection while enjoying comprehensive health benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Company-paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's license and Class B CDL required.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to perform physical functions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations at customer sites.
• Collect and package waste chemicals for proper disposal.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Physical Functioning

Education

College Degree in Chemistry or Natural Science

Tools

Class B CDL

Job description

View more categories | View less categories | Sector: Consultancy/Private Sector | Field: Conservation Science | Discipline: Energy | Salary Type: Salary | Employment Type: Full time

Job Description

Clean Harbors in Laurel, MD is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist (CleanPack Chemist CDL) to handle, segregate, pack, and inspect chemical waste in accordance with Federal/State/Local regulations and our company policies and procedures. This position will work both indoors and outdoors at plants, labs, customer sites, and is responsible for assisting with lab packs within customer facilities, household hazardous waste (HHW) collections, and lab moves. It is a customer-facing position, working at customer sites daily. The Environmental Field Chemist is NOT laboratory-based.

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy, and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. We provide premier environmental, energy, and industrial services wherever industry meets environment. Join us in solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 365 days a year
• Focus on sustainability and cleaning the Earth
• Pay Range: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour
• Comprehensive health benefits after 30 days of full-time employment, including 401K with company match
• Own part of the company through our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Opportunities for growth and development at all career stages
• Company-paid training and tuition reimbursement

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and procedures
• Prepare packing lists, labels, manifests, and land disposal restriction notifications
• Inspect staging, accumulating, and storage areas for proper housekeeping and compliance
• Inspect storage drums for leaks, spills, and proper labeling
• Collect, segregate, and properly package waste chemicals for disposal
• Perform jobs at customer locations, including Fortune 500 companies
• Ensure all projects are prepared and approved before shipment, in accordance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company policies
• Conduct projects following site-specific regulations and safety plans
• Understand customer-specific disposal restrictions and packaging requirements
• Sample and profile new waste streams or those needing analytical testing
• Verify drum count and condition for shipment compliance
• Follow all local, state, and federal regulations
• Safely operate vehicles according to DOT and local requirements
• Observe all company safety and environmental guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Valid Driver's license
• Strong customer service skills
• Class B CDL
• Obtain CDL Class B with hazmat and tanker endorsement within 6 months
• Ability to perform physical functions as required
• Successfully pass background check, drug test, and physical
• Meet facial hair standards if respirators are required, per OSHA

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree in Chemistry or Natural Science
• Experience in environmental services such as remediation, abatement, or spill response

This entry-level position offers a pathway into management and other advanced roles within Clean Harbors, with significant opportunities for career advancement, including transfers and promotions after approximately 18-36 months. We support military transitioning individuals and provide extensive training to ensure success.

Our Services

• Waste Disposal
• Recycling Services
• Chemical Packing
• Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Services

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request accommodations, contact [e-mail] or call 1-844-922-5547. We are also a Military & Veteran friendly company.