Lab Chemist I: Hands-on Wastewater Testing

Clean Harbors, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401(k) with company matching

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Company paid training

Job summary

Clean Harbors is seeking a Lab Chemist I for our Seattle-area laboratory to handle samples from intake to reporting results. The role is Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with hourly pay around $30.50; a nonunion position with strong teamwork in a small lab.

You will log, prepare, and analyze samples (GC/MS, ICP-OES), review data, and generate reports while assisting with routine equipment upkeep and waste management. Benefits include health coverage and PTO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related science.
• Laboratory experience is preferred, but training is possible.
• Experience with GC/MS, ICP-OES, or wastewater testing is a plus.
• Strong organization, communication, and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Receive, log, and prepare samples for testing.
• Analyze samples using laboratory instruments (GC/MS, ICP-OES).
• Review results, enter data, and prepare reports.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Properly manage waste generated during testing.
• Keep the laboratory clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related science

Tools

GC/MS

ICP-OES

Wastewater testing

Job description

Clean Harbors is seeking a Lab Chemist I for our Seattle-area laboratory to handle samples from intake to reporting results. The role is Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with hourly pay around $30.50; a nonunion position with strong teamwork in a small lab.

You will log, prepare, and analyze samples (GC/MS, ICP-OES), review data, and generate reports while assisting with routine equipment upkeep and waste management. Benefits include health coverage and PTO.