Hazmat Material Handler

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 35,651 - 82,805; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K/RRSP with company matching

Company provided vehicles and gear

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Clean Harbors, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Hazmat Material Handler in Marlborough, MA to support labpack operations, HHW collections, and outdoor/indoor waste handling at labs, plants, and client sites.

You will receive safety-first training and hands-on experience with waste packaging, labeling, manifests, and CHOICE software, with opportunities for career growth within a leading environmental services company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is listed as a baseline requirement.
• Hold or be willing to obtain CDL Class B.
• Prior chemical handling experience or chemistry knowledge preferred.
• Willingness to complete background check, drug screen, and physical.

Responsibilities

• Make waste pickups at labs as needed.
• Package and label waste products and other materials.
• Identify unknown chemicals when encountered.
• Inspect staging, accumulating, and storage areas for housekeeping and compliance.
• Collect, segregate, and package waste chemicals for compliant disposal.
• Ensure quality control of waste materials stored and shipped.
• Complete required manifests and tracking paperwork.
• Utilize CHOICE software to manage waste programs.

Skills

Valid driver\'s license

CDL Class B

Chemical handling experience

Safety minded

Team player

Education

BS/BA in Chemistry or Environmental Science

Tools

CHOICE waste management software

Job description

The Opportunity

The Hazmat Material Handler works both indoors and outdoors at plants, labs, and customer sites; and is responsible for assisting with daily labpacks within customer facilities, household hazardous waste (HHW) collections and lab moves.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages and generous paid time off;
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment;
• Group 401K/RRSP with company matching component;
• Company paid training and tuition reimbursement;
• Company provided vehicles and equipment;
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career!

RESPONSIBILITIES

InSite Chemists perform a wide range of tasks, including:

• Making waste pickups at labs as needed
• Packaging and labeling waste products and other materials
• Identifying unknown chemicals when they are encountered
• Performing inspections of staging, accumulating, and storage areas to ensure proper housekeeping procedures and compliance
• Collect, segregate, and properly package waste chemicals for efficient and compliant disposal
• Overall quality control of waste materials being stored and shipped
• Completing required manifests and tracking paperwork
• Utilizing CHOICE waste management software to efficiently and accurately manage waste programs.

This position is an entry level role, but many of our leaders started in this job! With safety as our top priority, you'll get the training and support to not only succeed at your job but advance your career.

QUALIFICATIONS

What does it take to work for Clean Harbors?

• High School diploma
• Valid driver's license
• Hold or willing to obtain a CDL Class B
• Prior chemical handling experience or chemistry knowledge preferred
• BS/BA in Chemistry, Biology, or Environmental Science a plus;
• Willingness to complete a background check, drug test, and physical.

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy, and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. Our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Come help us save the world!

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

*CH

Job Identification: 163652

Category: Field Technicians

Posting Date: 2026-07-27

Job Schedule: Full time

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Job Function: Chemist & Chemist Management

Locations: 50 Brigham Street

Pay Range: $17.14 - $39.81 Hourly