Environmental Field Chemist (CleanPack Chemist)

Clean Harbors, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,904 - 71,524; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Clean Harbors, Inc. in Glenmont, NY is hiring an Environmental Field Chemist to manage chemical waste in compliance with regulations. This role involves packing, inspecting, and ensuring safety at various sites. Ideal candidates will have a valid driver's license and strong customer service skills, with potential for growth and comprehensive benefits. Competitive pay range is $20.00-$22.00 hourly, with health benefits starting after 30 days.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s license is required.
• Strong customer service skills are essential.
• Must obtain a CDL Class B with hazmat and tanker endorsement within 6 months.
• Ability to perform physical functions as per job requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety compliance by following all practices.
• Prepare packing lists and labels for disposals.
• Inspect storage areas for compliance and leaks.
• Collect and package waste chemicals for disposal.

Skills

Valid Driver’s license

Strong customer service skills

Ability to perform physical functions

Ability to obtain a CDL Class B with hazmat and tanker endorsement

Education

College degree in Chemistry or Natural Science

Job description

Clean Harbors in Glenmont, NY is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist (CleanPack Chemist) to handle, segregate, pack, and inspect chemical waste in accordance with Federal/State/Local regulations and company policies and procedures. This customer‑facing position works 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.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority.
• Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth.
• Competitive Starting Pay; $20.00‑$22.00 hourly DOE.
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full‑time employment, including 401K with company match.
• Ownership opportunities through Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Opportunities for growth and development at all stages of career.
• Company‑paid training and tuition reimbursement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes.
• Prepare computer‑generated packing lists, labels, manifests, and land disposal restriction notifications.
• Perform inspections of staging, accumulating, and storage areas to ensure proper housekeeping procedures and compliance.
• Inspect storage area and drums for leaks or spills.
• Inspect drums for compliance with labeling regulations.
• Collect, segregate, and properly package waste chemicals for disposal to maximize efficiency and maintain compliance.
• Execute jobs at Clean Harbors customer locations, including Fortune 500 companies.
• Responsible for final preparation and approval of all projects before shipment in accordance with OSHA, EPA, DOT and company policies.
• Conduct projects/jobs according to site‑specific Federal, State, and local regulations and health and safety plans.
• Understand customer‑specific disposal restrictions and special packaging requirements.
• Sample and analyze new waste streams or any waste needing analytical testing.
• Ensure drum count is correct and that drum conditions are shippable in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules.
• Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements.
• Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures.
• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s license.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Obtain a CDL Class B with hazmat and tanker endorsement within 6 months of employment (by position).
• Perform physical functions per job requirements.
• Successfully complete background check, drug test, and physical (by position).
• Meet facial hair standards per OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, if respirator required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• College degree in Chemistry or Natural Science.
• Previous experience in Environmental Services (e.g., remediation, abatement, emergency spill response).

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

• Pay Range: $19.53 – $51.92 hourly.
• Health benefits coverage after 30 days of full‑time employment.
• 401K with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Company‑paid training and tuition reimbursement.

EEO & DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer. Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1‑844‑922‑5547. Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

OTHER INFORMATION

Job Identification: 160536
Category: Field Technicians
Posting Date: 2026-05-07
Job Schedule: Full time
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Job Function: Chemist & Chemist Management
Locations: 32 Bask Road
Is Driver Qualification Required?: Yes