InSite Chemist

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with company matching

Company provided vehicles and devices

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Clean Harbors, Inc. in Manhattan Beach, CA is seeking a Chemical Handler to support our safety‑driven team. The role involves picking up chemicals from buildings, transporting to the hazardous materials area, decontamination, and on‑site emergency response.

Driving is required and a CDL Class B with hazmat endorsement is necessary. Typical schedule is Monday–Friday starting around 4:00 AM, with 2–3 weekends per month.

Qualifications

• High School diploma
• Valid driver's license
• CDL Class B + hazmat endorsement
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

BS/BA in Chemistry, Biology, or Environmental Science

Tools

CHOICE waste management software

Job description

Job details

• Pay: $27/hour
• License: Class B CDL
• Hazmat Required
• Automatic restriction OK
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, approximately 4:00 AM-2:30 PM
• Weekend work: 2-3 weekends per month, working either Saturday or Sunday
• Location: Manhattan Beach, CA

Main duties:

Pick up chemicals/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 that are taken off-site during the last week of the month
• Driving plus substantial hands-on/physical work

Clean Harbors is looking for Chemical Handlers to join our safety conscious team!

• Do you enjoy...
• Learning and applying knowledge about science and chemistry?
• Working directly with customers?
• Staying active and on your feet?

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

What does it take to work for Clean Harbors?

• High School diploma
• Valid driver's license
• Hold a CDL Class B + hazmat endorsement
• 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.

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Pay Range: 14.90 - 34.62 Hourly