HazMat Chemist & Waste Transport - Early Shift

Clean Harbors; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Company provided vehicles

Job summary

Clean Harbors is seeking a Chemical Handler in Manhattan Beach, CA. The role involves picking up chemicals, transporting them to the 90-day hazardous-material area, and performing decontamination, with emergency-response duties during hours. Weekend work is required 2–3 weekends per month.

Entry-level position with training; CDL B with hazmat endorsement and safety awareness are required. Company vehicles and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• CDL Class B with hazmat endorsement required.
• Prior chemical handling experience or chemistry knowledge preferred.
• BS/BA in Chemistry, Biology, or Environmental Science is a plus.
• Willingness to complete a background check, drug test, and physical.

Responsibilities

• Pick up chemicals and materials from buildings around the facility.
• Transport them to the 90-day hazardous-material/waste area.
• Decontamination and cleaning.
• Emergency-response work during working hours.
• Handle shipments off-site during the last week of the month.
• Driving plus substantial hands-on/physical work.
• This entry level role offers training and growth opportunities.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Hazmat endorsement

Chemistry knowledge

Safety training

Education

High School diploma

BS/BA in Chemistry, Biology, or Environmental Science

Job description

Clean Harbors is seeking a Chemical Handler in Manhattan Beach, CA. The role involves picking up chemicals, transporting them to the 90-day hazardous-material area, and performing decontamination, with emergency-response duties during hours. Weekend work is required 2–3 weekends per month.

Entry-level position with training; CDL B with hazmat endorsement and safety awareness are required. Company vehicles and benefits are offered.