Environmental Field Chemist CDL Driver

Society for Conservation Biology; Venice (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist CDL Driver to manage chemical waste safely and effectively. This role involves both indoor and outdoor work, requiring strong customer service skills and the ability to obtain a CDL. The company offers competitive pay, health benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Company-paid training and tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a CDL Class B with hazmat and tanker endorsements within 6 months.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Successful completion of background check, drug test, and physical.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety practices and policies.
• Package waste chemicals properly for disposal.
• Perform jobs at customer locations, including Fortune 500 companies.

Skills

Customer Service

Physical Tasks

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 company policies. This position involves working both indoors and outdoors at various sites, assisting with lab packs, household hazardous waste collections, and lab moves. This is a customer-facing role, requiring daily work at customer sites.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Clean Harbors will pay for CDL acquisition
• Requirement to obtain a Class B CDL with hazmat endorsement
• This role is not laboratory-based
• Must be clean-shaven to wear a full-face respirator as needed

Clean Harbors is a leading provider of environmental, energy, and industrial services across North America. We are committed to solving tough problems through innovation and proven methods. Join us and be part of the solution.

Why Work for Us?

• Health and Safety are our top priorities
• Focus on sustainability and environmental cleanup
• Pay range $22-24+ per hour
• Health benefits after 30 days, 401K with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Growth and development opportunities
• Company-paid training and tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities

1. Ensure compliance with safety practices and policies
2. Prepare packing lists, labels, and manifests
3. Inspect storage areas and drums for leaks, spills, and compliance
4. Package waste chemicals properly for disposal
5. Perform jobs at customer locations, including Fortune 500 companies
6. Approve projects before shipment per regulations and policies
7. Conduct projects according to regulations and safety plans
8. Understand and adhere to customer disposal restrictions
9. Sample and profile waste streams as needed
10. Verify drum counts and conditions for shipment
11. Follow all local, state, and federal regulations
12. Operate vehicles safely according to DOT and other requirements
13. Observe all safety and operational guidelines
14. Perform additional 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
• Ability to perform physical tasks as required
• Successful completion of background check, drug test, and physical
• Meet facial hair standards per OSHA respirator regulations

Preferred Qualifications

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

Additional Services

• Waste Disposal: Hazardous and non-hazardous waste management
• Recycling: Reuse and reclamation of materials
• Chemical Packing: Handling and disposal of chemicals
• HHW Services: Household hazardous waste collection programs

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