Field Chemist: Hazardous Materials & Lab Packing Specialist

Arcwood Environmental; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcwood Environmental in Dayton, OH is seeking a Field Chemist to sort and transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials, ensuring safe handling and regulatory compliance during field projects across our region.

You will work from the Field Office, travel to sites, perform lab pack services, maintain safety, complete paperwork, and support a team dedicated to protecting people and the environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2+ years of related experience if no degree.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to obtain Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement within 6 months.
• Must pass Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
• Must be clean shaven to wear respirator.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes health and safety per policies and safe practices.
• Assists in chemical segregation by hazard class and packs materials for transport; completes paperwork.
• Determines and loads supplies for each job; travels to sites for lab pack services.
• Assists in characterizing materials at field project sites.
• Adheres to placarding and load segregation requirements for hazardous materials.
• Develops good customer relations by communicating with site contacts.
• Directs Field Technicians/Drivers assisting with waste collection.
• Maintains introductory knowledge of high-hazard materials handling and cylinder handling.
• Willing to travel to support outside locations as needed.
• Takes on additional duties to support the team and organization.

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Arcwood Environmental in Dayton, OH is seeking a Field Chemist to sort and transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials, ensuring safe handling and regulatory compliance during field projects across our region.

You will work from the Field Office, travel to sites, perform lab pack services, maintain safety, complete paperwork, and support a team dedicated to protecting people and the environment.