Lab Chemist

TRADEBE; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits

401K matching

Job summary

Tradebe is seeking a Lab Chemist to join our team in a role that supports safe and compliant hazardous waste operations. You’ll perform routine analytical testing on chemical samples, including pH, moisture, oxidation, titration, and calorimetry, gaining hands-on experience in a critical, safety-focused environment.

Ideal for entry-level candidates with a strong science foundation, this role offers weekly pay, competitive benefits, and tuition reimbursement as you grow your laboratory skills and

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with strong foundation in science or chemistry.
• College coursework or a degree in a science-related field is a plus.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical testing on hazardous waste and chemical samples.
• Conduct testing such as pH, moisture content, oxidation, titration, and calorimetry.
• Process daily waste samples including GC analysis and metal analysis.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair laboratory equipment as needed; follow all safety policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Science-related coursework/degree a plus

Job description

Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses with the commitment of creating a more sustainable planet and making significant contributions to human wellbeing. In the US, we are leaders focused on recycling and circular economy, managing all different environmental liabilities in a sustainable way.

Opportunity Highlights

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 11:30 AM -8:00pm
• Great opportunity for entry level Chemist!
• Weekly Pay!
• Benefits such as Health, Dental, Vision and 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement!

What will you do? Make an impact!

As a Lab Chemist, you’ll play a vital role supporting safe and compliant hazardous waste operations by performing routine laboratory testing and analysis. This is a great opportunity for hands‑on, detail‑oriented individuals with a strong interest in chemistry who want stable, weekly pay and the chance to work in an essential, safety‑focused industry. Whether you’re early in your lab career or bringing practical lab experience to the table, this role offers consistency, learning, and impact.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical testing on hazardous waste and chemical samples
• Conduct testing such as pH, moisture content, oxidation, titration, and calorimetry
• Process daily waste samples, including fuel compatibility, GC analysis and metal analysis
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and support repair of laboratory equipment as neededFollow all EHS regulations, EPA testing methods, and internal safety policies
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety laboratory environment
• Other duties as assigned

Do you have what it takes?

• High school diploma required, with a strong foundation in science or chemistry
• Comfortable working independently while also collaborating with a team
• Willing to work in an industrial laboratory setting and handle hazardous materials using PPE
• Ability to wear a face respirator when required
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to safety
• College coursework or a degree in a science-related field is a plus

This role is ideal for dependable, hands‑on professionals who value safety, structure, and the opportunity to grow their laboratory experience while being paid weekly.

Why Tradebe is Right for You

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Generous vacation and sick plans
• Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
• 401k Retirement match
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings accounts (HSA)
• Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
• Leadership opportunities
• Great work environment and culture
• And MORE!

Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law