Environmental Field Chemist CDL Driver

Society for Conservation Biology; Missouri; 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 handling at customer sites. This role involves both indoor and outdoor work, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and providing excellent customer service. Candidates must obtain a CDL Class B with hazmat endorsement and demonstrate strong physical capabilities.

Benefits

Health and Safety priority

Comprehensive health benefits

Company-paid training and tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's license required.
• Obtain a CDL Class B with hazmat and tanker endorsements within 6 months.
• Successful completion of background check, drug test, and physical exam.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety compliance by following all safe work practices.
• Prepare packing lists, labels, and manifests for chemical waste.
• Inspect storage areas for leaks and compliance.

Skills

Customer service skills

Physical task performance

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
• The Environmental Field Chemist role is (NOT) laboratory-based
• Must be clean shaven and able to wear a full-face respirator as required

Clean Harbors is a leading provider of environmental, energy, and industrial services across the US, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. We are committed to solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology. Join us to be part of the solution.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety are our #1 priority, 365 days a year
• Focus on sustainability and environmental stewardship
• 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
• Opportunities for growth and development at all career stages
• Company-paid training and tuition reimbursement

Key Responsibilities

1. Ensure health and safety compliance by following all safe work practices and policies
2. Prepare packing lists, labels, manifests, and land disposal restriction notifications
3. Inspect storage areas and drums for leaks, spills, and compliance with labeling regulations
4. Collect, segregate, and package waste chemicals for disposal efficiently and in compliance
5. Perform jobs at customer locations, including Fortune 500 companies
6. Finalize project preparations and approvals before shipment per OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company policies
7. Conduct projects according to site-specific regulations and safety plans
8. Understand and adhere to customer-specific disposal and packaging requirements
9. Sample and profile new waste streams or those requiring analytical testing
10. Ensure drums are correctly counted and shippable according to company policies
11. Follow all local, state, provincial, and federal regulations
12. Operate vehicles safely in accordance with DOT and other requirements
13. Observe all operational and environmental safety guidelines
14. Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Driver's license
• Strong customer service skills
• Obtain a CDL Class B with hazmat and tanker endorsements within 6 months
• Ability to perform physical tasks as required
• Successful completion of background check, drug test, and physical exam as applicable
• Meet facial hair standards per OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.134

Preferred Qualifications

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

Additional Services

• Waste Disposal: Hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal at company facilities
• Recycling Services: Recycling and reclamation of solvents, chemicals, oils, and electrical equipment
• Chemical Packing: Handling and disposal of various chemicals, including reactives and gases
• HHW Services: Household hazardous waste collection programs facilitated by our experts

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