Lab Pack Chemist II

Veolia; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteering

401(k) plan starting 2027

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a Lab Pack Chemist in Detroit, MI. Responsibilities include managing hazardous materials, performing onsite services, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Applicants should possess a CDL with Hazmat endorsement and a background in lab packing.

The role demands strong communication and teamwork skills, along with a basic understanding of chemistry. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and a future 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Hazmat endorsement.
• 1 year of lab pack experience, OSHA HAZWOPER trained.
• Basic understanding of chemistry through general chemistry or biology.

Responsibilities

• Handles hazardous materials including inventorying and packaging waste.
• Perform onsite waste collection and compliance inspections.
• Complete shipping documentation as required by regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team Player

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word

Lab Pack knowledge

Education

Associate degree in General Science or equivalent

BS/BA in science related field (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Handles hazardous materials including inventorying, identifying, segregating, and packaging waste material in accordance with Lab Pack policies, procedures and practices and all applicable regulations.
• Perform onsite services which may include waste collection, consolidation (i.e., bulking, repackaging), sampling, safety/compliance inspections, and other related activities required by the customer/contract.
• Assists other business groups, i.e., Depack, Retail and HHW, for both internally and onsite as needed.
• Preparing shipment of packaged waste by inspecting, labeling, marking, and loading into the transport vehicle.
• Properly completes documentation including shipping papers, Land Disposal Restrictions (LDR’s), evaluations/certifications and other required documentation in accordance with appropriate regulations and procedures.
• Maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Hazmat Endorsement to legally operate Clean Earth vehicles necessary for transporting personnel and waste to and from customers’ job locations.
• Follows, understands, and promotes by example, all Health & Safety /Job Safety Analysis (JSA’s) procedures including development of on-site Health & Safety plans/JSA’s as outlined in the procedures and policies.
• Perform unknown field testing for classification and packaging for transportation and disposal.
• Mentor and assist new employees in field work duties.
• Complete site walks to inventory and assess requirements for potential and awarded work.
• Assist sales in creating estimates for lab pack work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Lead/coordinate field service/lab pack jobs requiring multiple personnel/days.

Qualifications

• Associate College degree in area of General Science or equivalent experience
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Hazardous Material endorsement and a clear record
• Moderate to extensive travel with 20% overnight travel
• Physical ability to lift and move material of various weights frequently exceeding 55 lbs.
• Basic understanding of chemistry through general chemistry or biology
• Advanced knowledge of EPA and DOT
• Minimum one (1) year lab pack experience 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER (29 CFR 1910.120)
• 40 hours Depack Experience
• 8 hours DOT Training
• PPE Training which includes Respirators

Preferred Qualifications

• BS/BA in science related field.

Measures of Performance

• Clean Earth Lab Pack I Training – (24 hours)
• RCRA/DOT refresher course
• Department of Transportation
• Lab Pack definitions and procedures
• Lab pack Field Program
• Introduction to High Hazardous Cylinder Assessment course
• Customer Interactions
• Waste Management Methods
• On-Site Expectations
• Manifest/ LDR Completion
• Health & Safety course(s)
• Customer Approach
• Forklift Training
• Local Facility Capabilities
• CPR/First Aid/Blood-borne Pathogen training
• State regulations (if applicable)
• All required local training

Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication skills to interact with customer to provide information, explanations, and/or instructions
• Team Player
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently using initiative and effective communication to solve challenges.
• Demonstrate proficiency to operate a computer with Windows based programs (i.e., Microsoft excel and word)
• Demonstrates extensive Lab Pack knowledge (i.e., US EPA, DOT, and chemical properties)

Working Environment

• Customer sites, plant, labs
• Indoor/Outdoor and associated weather conditions

This position requires a CDL B to be obtained within a 6-month period from your start date. Failure to obtain a CDL B within the 6-month period will mean you are no longer eligible for the Lab Pack Chemist position.

This position is also contingent upon successful completion of a DOT physical, DOT Drug Screen and any other DOL or company requirements.

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, commencing no later than January 1, 2027, benefits package will include participation in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.