Field Chemist I - Environmental Waste Specialist

Republic Services; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist I to assist with packaging and transporting waste, ensure safety standards, and maintain compliance documentation at customer sites. The role involves both indoor and outdoor work, with exposure to hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams.

The position requires a basic chemistry background, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain/Hold a 40-hour HAZWOPER certification. Travel to customer locations is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, environmental science or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of Federal and State Environmental and Transportation regulations.
• DOT and RCRA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect, characterize & package customer waste for final disposal.
• Assist in safely transporting customer waste in accordance with Federal regulations.
• Assist with customer paperwork including packing lists, waste labels & shipping documents.
• Support on-site activities at customer locations (inspections, waste collection, chemical dispensing, inventory management, housekeeping & outbound waste shipments).
• Collaborate with team to identify suspected contents via field screening and categorization tests.

Skills

Chemistry basics

Driver's license

Hazwoper trained

Waste handling

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or environmental science

Tools

Regulatory knowledge (DOT/RCRA)

Data reporting software

Job description

Republic Services is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist I to assist with packaging and transporting waste, ensure safety standards, and maintain compliance documentation at customer sites. The role involves both indoor and outdoor work, with exposure to hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams.

The position requires a basic chemistry background, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain/Hold a 40-hour HAZWOPER certification. Travel to customer locations is required.