Field Chemist

Arcwood Environmental; Wood River (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading environmental services company as a Field Chemist, where you will play a vital role in managing hazardous waste and ensuring safety. This entry-level position offers growth opportunities and a collaborative environment, focusing on impactful work and safety first. You will be responsible for sorting materials, ensuring compliance, and developing customer relations while adhering to safety protocols. With a commitment to environmental leadership, Arcwood Environmental is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) savings plan with 7% company match

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Adheres to safety policies and practices.
• Assists in segregation of chemicals.
• Maintains knowledge of hazardous materials management.

Responsibilities

• Sorts and transports hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
• Communicates effectively with site contacts.
• Directs Field Technicians during waste collection.

Skills

Communication

Safety Practices

Customer Relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Job description

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Exciting Opportunity to Join Our Legacy of Environmental Leadership!

About Us: At Arcwood Environmental, we are more than just a company; we are pioneers in industrial waste management, committed to creating a cleaner, safer world. Since our inception during the environmental movement of the 1970s, we've been at the forefront of solving complex environmental challenges. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana with a dedicated team of 2,000+ employees spread across the United States, we provide innovative and compliant solutions to thousands of clients in diverse industries.

Why Arcwood?

• Impactful Work: Be part of a team that makes a real difference. Our comprehensive services range from hazardous waste management and emergency response to onsite support and technical solutions, allow us to solve our customers' waste challenges. We are part of the solution. We don't generate any waste ourselves.
• Growth Opportunities: At Arcwood, your contribution is valued beyond your job title. We believe in the power of continuous learning and growth, encouraging every employee to expand their skills and take on new challenges.
• Safety First: Your health and safety are our top priorities. We foster a culture where every employee is empowered to act safely and ensure the well-being of their colleagues. Our mantra is Safe and Compliant, Always.
• Collaborative Environment: Together we can achieve much more. Join a supportive and dynamic team where your ideas and efforts are recognized and rewarded.
  
  

Our Commitment: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace where every employee can thrive. As part of our team, you will have the freedom to contribute your expertise wherever needed, ensuring the success of our mission to protect the environment.

Our Vision: Our vision is to be the most trusted partner in the environmental services industry. We put our customers first and deliver agile, sustainable, and innovative solutions. We commit to nurturing top talent and creating lasting value for our customers, shareholders, communities, and the planet.

Our Ownership: Arcwood Environmental is backed by the EQT Infrastructure VI fund, enhancing our capabilities, and expanding our reach. EQT is a dynamic global investment powerhouse managing EUR 232 billion in assets (EUR 128 billion fee-generating). With a focus on Private Capital and Real Assets, EQT owns and supports leading companies across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas, fostering sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. This exciting ownership positions us for continued impacts and growth in the future.

Field Chemist

As a Field Chemist you will be responsible for sorting and transporting hazardous and non-hazardous materials and waste, always ensuring compatibility and safety in all processes for each service provided to customers.

Essential Functions & Requirements

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
• Assists in the segregation of chemicals by hazard class and packs compatible materials in appropriate containers and prepares for transportation; completes necessary paperwork for each job
• Determines and loads supplies needed for job completion and travels to various industry, laboratory, and educational sites to perform lab pack services
• Assists in characterizing materials at field project sites
• Adheres to proper placarding and load segregation requirements when transporting hazardous materials
• Develops good customer relations by effectively communicating with site points of contact and others at customer location / site
• Appropriately directs Field Technicians / Drivers who are assisting with waste collection
• Maintains an introductory knowledge of high-hazard materials management / assessment and cylinder handling
• Maintains the ability to travel to support outside locations as needed
• Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization
  
  

Education

• Bachelor's degree (required), with a focus in environmental science or science (preferred)
  
  

Experience

• In lieu of degree 2+ years of related experience (required), previous experience in lab packing or environmental waste (preferred)
• Valid Driver's License and ability to obtain a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement within 6 months of hire date (required)
• Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record search to Company standards (required)
  
  

Competencies

• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner
• Ability to develop a working knowledge of all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to the Environmental Services industry
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Regular and predictable attendance to perform the functions and requirements of this role
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Due to the potential exposure to atmospheres/waste/materials this position requires individuals to be clean shaven at all times in order to don a respirator for protection.
  
  

Benefits, Compensation, & Workforce Diversity

Arcwood offers competitive pay and bonus incentives. Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) savings plan with 7% company match, and tuition reimbursement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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