Field Chemist

Arcwood Environmental, LLC•Kansas City, MO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Arcwood Environmental is a leader in industrial waste management, dedicated to creating a cleaner and safer world. Founded in the 1970s, the company has a strong history of solving complex environmental challenges. With over 2,000 employees across the United States and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Arcwood provides innovative and compliant solutions to a wide range of industries. The company emphasizes impactful work, growth opportunities, safety, and a collaborative environment. Arcwood's vision is to be the most trusted partner in the environmental services industry, delivering agile, sustainable, and innovative solutions. The company is backed by EQT Infrastructure VI, a global investment firm.

Requirements

Associates degree (required)
In lieu of degree 2+ years of related experience (required)
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to obtain a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement within 6 months of hire date (required)
Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record search to Company standards (required)
Individuals must be clean shaven at all times in order to don a respirator for protection.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Previous experience in lab packing or environmental waste (preferred)

Responsibilities

Sorting and transporting hazardous and non-hazardous materials and waste, ensuring compatibility and safety.
Prioritizing health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices.
Assisting in the segregation of chemicals by hazard class and packing compatible materials in appropriate containers for transportation, completing necessary paperwork.
Determining and loading supplies needed for job completion and traveling to various industry, laboratory, and educational sites to perform lab pack services.
Assisting in characterizing materials at field project sites.
Adhering to proper placarding and load segregation requirements when transporting hazardous materials.
Developing good customer relations by effectively communicating with site points of contact and others at customer locations.
Directing Field Technicians/Drivers who are assisting with waste collection.
Maintaining an introductory knowledge of high-hazard materials management/assessment and cylinder handling.
Maintaining the ability to travel to support outside locations as needed.
Taking on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization.