Environmental Field Chemist CDL Driver

Society for Conservation Biology; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist CDL Driver to manage chemical waste at various sites. The role involves compliance with safety regulations and customer interaction, with opportunities for CDL training and competitive hourly pay. Ideal candidates will have strong customer service skills and the ability to obtain required certifications.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits after 30 days

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Company-paid training and tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's license required.
• Ability to obtain a CDL Class B with hazmat and tanker endorsements within 6 months.
• Physical capability to perform job functions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety compliance and act safely at all times.
• Package waste chemicals properly for disposal.
• Perform jobs at customer locations, including Fortune 500 companies.

Skills

Customer service skills

Safety compliance

Education

College degree in Chemistry or Natural Science

Job description

Clean Harbors in Caseyville, IL is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist CDL Driver (CleanPack Chemist) to handle, segregate, pack, and inspect chemical waste in accordance with Federal/State/Local regulations and our company policies and procedures. This position works both indoors and outdoors at plants, labs, customer sites, and involves assisting with lab packs within customer facilities, household hazardous waste (HHW) collections, and lab moves. This is a customer-facing position, working at customer sites daily.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Clean Harbors will pay for you to obtain your CDL
• The ability to obtain a Class B CDL with hazmat endorsement required
• Note: The Environmental Field Chemist role is NOT laboratory-based
• Must be clean shaven with the ability to wear a full-face respirator as required

Company Overview

Clean Harbors is a leading provider of environmental, energy, and industrial services across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. We address industry challenges through innovation and proven methodologies. Join us to be part of the solution.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority, 365 days a year
• Focus on sustainability and environmental cleanup
• Pay range $22-24+ per hour
• Comprehensive health benefits after 30 days of full-time employment, including 401K with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Growth and development opportunities at all career stages
• Company-paid training and tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities

1. Ensure health and safety compliance and act safely at all times
2. Prepare packing lists, labels, manifests, and disposal notifications
3. Inspect storage and staging areas for compliance and safety
4. Package waste chemicals properly for disposal
5. Perform jobs at customer locations, including Fortune 500 companies
6. Ensure projects meet all regulatory and safety standards before shipment
7. Sample and profile waste streams as needed
8. Verify drum conditions and compliance with shipping regulations
9. Operate vehicles safely according to DOT and other regulations
10. Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Driver's license
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to obtain a CDL Class B with hazmat and tanker endorsements within 6 months
• Physical capability to perform job functions
• Successful background check, drug test, and physical
• Compliance with OSHA facial hair standards for respirator use

Preferred Qualifications

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

Additional Services

• Waste Disposal - Disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste
• Recycling Services - Recycling of solvents, chemicals, oils, and electrical equipment
• Chemical Packing - Handling and disposal of various chemicals
• HHW Services - Household hazardous waste collection programs

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing access and 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.