Senior Lab Pack Chemist | Field Lab Lead w/ HazMat CDL

Veolia North America, LLC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Paid volunteering

Job summary

Veolia North America, LLC is hiring a Lab Pack Chemist to handle hazardous materials, perform onsite waste services, and prepare shipments. The role requires CDL with HazMat endorsement, OSHA HAZWOPER training, and strong knowledge of EPA/DOT regulations.

Travel 20% is anticipated with safety-focused field duties. Starting pay ranges hourly with comprehensive benefits and long-term commitment to DOT/HAZWOPER standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years lab pack experience.
• CDL with HazMat endorsement and a clear record.
• Travel up to 20% overnight.
• Physical ability to lift and move 55 lbs frequently.
• Basic understanding of chemistry through general chemistry or biology.
• Advanced knowledge of EPA and DOT.
• HAZWOPER 40 hours training.
• 8 hours DOT Training.
• PPE training including respirators.
• 40 hours Depack experience.

Responsibilities

• Handle hazardous materials including inventorying, identifying, segregating, and packaging waste material.
• Perform onsite services including waste collection, consolidation, sampling, safety/compliance inspections.
• Prepare shipment of packaged waste with labeling and loading into transport vehicle.
• Complete shipping papers and regulatory documentation.
• Maintain a CDL with Hazmat endorsement for transport operations.
• Mentor and assist new employees in field duties.
• Lead field service/lab pack jobs with multiple personnel.
• Assist in scheduling and staff training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Travel 20% overnight

Physical ability 55+ lbs

Chemistry knowledge

EPA/DOT knowledge

Education

Associate in science (BS preferred)

OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training

Tools

CDL with HazMat endorsement

DOT Training

PPE Training (Respirators)

Depack experience

Job description

Veolia North America, LLC is hiring a Lab Pack Chemist to handle hazardous materials, perform onsite waste services, and prepare shipments. The role requires CDL with HazMat endorsement, OSHA HAZWOPER training, and strong knowledge of EPA/DOT regulations.

Travel 20% is anticipated with safety-focused field duties. Starting pay ranges hourly with comprehensive benefits and long-term commitment to DOT/HAZWOPER standards.