Environmental Field Chemist

TRADEBE; Port Allen (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Student loan repayment

Vacation & sick leave

Medical benefits

401k match

FSA

HSA

Life & AD&D insurance

Career development

Promotional opportunities

Team environment

Job summary

Tradebe Environmental Services is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist to join our field-based team in Louisiana. This hands-on role focuses on identifying, packaging, and labeling hazardous waste for safe transport and disposal, ensuring compliance and safety on every job.

We offer a retention bonus, student loan repayment, weekly pay, and growth opportunities within a global, sustainability-driven company.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Lab packing experience preferred but not required.
• Understanding of hazardous waste regulations or willingness to learn.
• Willing to obtain Class B CDL with hazmat endorsement within 6 months.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a physical, drug screen, and background check.
• Willing to travel and wear a full-face respirator.

Responsibilities

• Classify, identify, package, and label hazardous waste for safe transport and disposal
• Process required documentation to meet environmental regulations and internal procedures
• Unpack hazardous materials at plant locations when needed
• Sample and analyze container contents
• Use internal software systems to research, record, and manage data
• Drive a 26‑ft box truck once a Class B CDL is obtained
• Remote-open and stabilize high‑hazard chemicals (for advanced chemists)
• Follow all regulatory, safety, and company policies to support a compliant, environmentally responsible workplace

Skills

Hazardous materials handling

Lab packing experience

CDL Hazmat endorsement

Internal software

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

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Business Line: Environmental Services & Global Functions

Environmental Field Chemist

This position is eligible for a $3,000 retention bonus!!

Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses with the commitment of creating a more sustainable planet and making significant contributions to human wellbeing. In the US, we are leaders focused on recycling and circular economy, managing all different environmental liabilities in a sustainable way.

As a Technical Services Chemist, you will be on the front lines of environmental solutions, providing expert lab packing services to ensure the safe handling, packaging, and disposal of hazardous materials. Join a team where your technical expertise drives meaningful change every day.

Opportunity Highlights

• Opportunity for entry-level and experienced candidates
• Up to $7,800 student loan repayment
• Paid weekly!
• Growth opportunity with a global, sustainability-focused company

What will you do? Make an impact!

This is your opportunity to join an active, field-based position working in the environmental services industry!

This is a hands-on role, working with hazardous materials in a compliance-focused, safety-first environment. You'll be responsible for identifying, packaging, and labeling hazardous waste for safe transport and disposal. Gain valuable industry experience while making a meaningful impact—protecting the environment and the communities we serve.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Classify, identify, package, and label hazardous waste for safe transportation and disposal
• Process required documentation to meet environmental regulations and internal procedures
• Unpack hazardous materials at plant locations when needed
• Sample and analyze container contents
• Use internal software systems to research, record, and manage data
• Drive a 26‑ft box truck once a Class B CDL is obtained
• Remote-open and stabilize high‑hazard chemicals (for advanced chemists)
• Follow all regulatory, safety, and company policies to support a compliant, environmentally responsible workplace

Do you have what it takes?

• Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field; the equivalent in work-related experience will be considered.
• Previous lab packing experience preferred but not required.
• Basic understanding of, or interest in learning, hazardous waste regulations
• Must be able and willing to obtain a Class B CDL with hazmat endorsement within 6 months of hire
• Must have valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Able to pass a physical exam, drug screen, and background check
• Willing and able to travel and wear a full-face respirator

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!

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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