InSite Chemist- Bekeley, CA

CleanHarbors•Berkeley, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Clean Harbors is hiring an entry-level InSite Chemist to provide hazardous-waste handling services at customer sites in Berkeley, California. The role involves serving one customer per day, traveling to multiple customer sites throughout the week, and performing general labor such as walking between departments and collecting hazardous waste. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a 6:00 a.m. start and eight-hour workdays. Mileage is provided for travel. The InSite Chemist handles waste pickups, packages and labels waste, identifies unknown chemicals, inspects storage and accumulation areas, and helps ensure waste is properly managed and shipped in compliance with applicable requirements. The role includes completing manifests and tracking paperwork and using CHOICE waste management software. Clean Harbors provides safety-focused training and support, with opportunities for career growth and development.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Valid driver’s license.
Hold or be willing to obtain a CDL Class B.
Willingness to complete a background check, drug test, and physical.

Nice To Haves

Prior chemical-handling experience or chemistry knowledge preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, or Environmental Science is a plus.

Responsibilities

Make waste pickups at laboratories as needed.
Package and label waste products and other materials.
Identify unknown chemicals encountered on site.
Inspect staging, accumulation, and storage areas for proper housekeeping and compliance.
Collect, segregate, and properly package waste chemicals for efficient and compliant disposal.
Maintain quality control of waste materials being stored and shipped.
Complete required manifests and tracking paperwork.
Use CHOICE waste management software to manage waste programs accurately and efficiently.
Travel to customer sites and walk between departments to collect hazardous waste.