Environmental Field Chemist I

POSITION SUMMARY The Environmental Field Chemist I role works both indoors and outdoors at various customer sites as an emerging partner to the team to ensure safety standards, package the materials based on required regulations and maintain updated documentation. Responsible for assisting with hazardous, non-hazardous and universal waste removal services. RESPONSIBILITIES Collect, characterize and package customer waste for final disposal. Assist in safely transporting customer waste in accordance with all Federal regulations. Assist with customer paperwork including packing lists, waste labels and shipping documents. Participate in onsite support at customer locations such as inspections, waste collection, chemical dispensing, inventory management, housekeeping and outbound waste shipments. Collaborate with team to identify suspected contents via internal sampling procedures and categorization tests ("Field Screens"). PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS A Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, environmental science or equivalent experience. Understanding of Federal and State Environmental and Transportation regulations. DOT and RCRA experience preferred. Ability to perform proper waste sampling; create accurate waste characterizations and profiles; address difficult situations constructively; utilize computer technology for communication, data gathering and reporting; problem solve. Basic communication skills to read, analyze and interpret general business documentation, technical procedures and governmental regulations, and respond effectively to inquiries. Positive attitude and professionalism when interacting with customers and team members. Willingness to travel to customer locations. Currently hold a 40‑hour HAZWOPER (with 8‑hour refresher) or ability to pass the course upon hire. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Basic knowledge of chemistry principles and practices. Valid driver’s license and maintain an MVR that meets Company policy standards. Ability to pass Respirator fit test certification. Ability to regularly lift or move objects weighing 40 lbs or more. BENEFITS Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. Health care and dependent care spending accounts. Short- and long-term disability. Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). Employee discount programs. Retirement plan with a generous company match. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Paid Time Off (PTO). Benefits can be viewed at EEO STATEMENT Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Republic Services