Senior Lab Pack Chemist

Tradebe Environmental Services; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradebe Environmental Services in the United States seeks a Technical Service Specialist who blends lab-pack expertise with customer engagement and field problem-solving. You will collaborate with sales, operations, and vendors to scope jobs, build quotes, and deliver seamless service to clients.

This role requires a hands-on approach, strong communication, and a drive to improve environmental solutions for customers while traveling regionally to client sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, or Biology preferred.
• At least 1 year of hands-on lab packing experience.
• Previous experience in the environmental services industry preferred.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and compliance.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to obtain 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification within 30 days of hire.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regionally (approx. 25%).
• Able to wear a full-face respirator and pass required pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical expert supporting sales and operations with lab pack opportunities.
• Visit customer sites to scope jobs and develop quotes in collaboration with vendors and clients.
• Support account managers in business development and customer retention.
• Create job strategies that maximize pricing and profitability.
• Communicate job needs to operations and ensure all required documentation is in place.
• Track customer interactions and opportunities using internal sales tools.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Relationship-building

Problem-solving

Ability to travel regionally

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, or Biology (preferred)

Job description

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Business Line: Environmental Services & Global Functions

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.

What will you do? Make an impact!

Put your lab pack expertise to work in a role that blends technical knowledge with customer engagement and business development. As a Technical Service Specialist, you'll serve as the go-to resource for lab pack services, partnering with sales, operations, and third-party vendors to scope jobs, build quotes, and deliver seamless service to clients. This is a great opportunity for individuals with field experience who enjoy a mix of autonomy, customer interaction, and problem-solving.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Act as the technical expert supporting sales and operations with lab pack opportunities
• Visit customer sites to scope jobs and develop quotes in collaboration with vendors and clients
• Support account managers in business development and customer retention
• Create job strategies that maximize pricing and profitability
• Communicate job needs to operations and ensure all required documentation is in place
• Track customer interactions and opportunities using internal sales tools
• Other duties as assigned

Do you have what it takes?

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, or Biology preferred
• At least 1 year of hands‑on lab packing experience
• Previous experience in the environmental services industry preferred
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and compliance
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills
• Must be able to obtain 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification within 30 days of hire
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regionally (approx. 25%)
• Able to wear a full-face respirator and pass required pre‑employment screenings

What’s in for you?

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