Hazardous Waste Chemist - Field & Lab Specialist

Tradebe Environmental Services; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Job summary

Tradebe Environmental Services is seeking a Technical Services Chemist for an on-site role in Berlin, CT. You will handle hazardous materials, pack and label wastes for safe transport, and ensure regulatory compliance.

The position offers growth in a global, sustainability‑focused company and requires classification, documentation, and potential CDL initiation. The role emphasizes field-based lab work, safety-first practices, and opportunities to advance within a growing environmental services

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field; the equivalent in work-related experience will be considered.
• Previous lab packing experience preferred but not required.
• Basic understanding of, or interest in learning, hazardous waste regulations
• Must be able and willing to obtain a Class B CDL with hazmat endorsement within 6 months of hire
• Must have valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Able to pass a physical exam, drug screen, and background check
• Willing and able to travel and wear a full‑face respirator

Responsibilities

• Classify, identify, package, and label hazardous waste for safe transportation and disposal
• Process required documentation to meet environmental regulations and internal procedures
• Unpack hazardous materials at plant locations when needed
• Sample and analyze container contents
• Use internal software systems to research, record, and manage data
• Drive a 26‑ft box truck once a Class B CDL is obtained
• Remote‑open and stabilize high‑hazard chemicals (for advanced chemists)
• Follow all regulatory, safety, and company policies to support a compliant, environmentally responsible workplace

Skills

Hazardous waste handling

Lab packaging

Documentation compliance

Education

Bachelor's in Chemistry or related field

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Tradebe Environmental Services is seeking a Technical Services Chemist for an on-site role in Berlin, CT. You will handle hazardous materials, pack and label wastes for safe transport, and ensure regulatory compliance.

The position offers growth in a global, sustainability‑focused company and requires classification, documentation, and potential CDL initiation. The role emphasizes field-based lab work, safety-first practices, and opportunities to advance within a growing environmental services