What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Field Chemist position at Environmental Management Services, Inc.?
As an Environmental Field Chemist - This is a Blue-collar chemist position not a research and development/lab position.
- Position requires 40-hour HAZWOPER trained individual with experience handling, lab packing, transportation and disposal of hazardous waste while adhering to DOT/EPA regulations for hazardous waste.
- Managing crews and teams on-site; train and mentor new staff, create exceptional customer service through professionalism, safety and innovative solutions.
- Assist clients with decontamination of labs/facilities, laboratory moves and facility closures.
- Field services include segregation, and collection, packaging, labeling, disposal and transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous waste. sampling drums; and work outside in weather elements.
- Participate in hazardous waste compliance audits, prepare reports, validate data.
- Project management of chemical relocations.
- Responding to emergency incidents involving hazardous materials and performing risk analysis to determine the boundaries/ zones, proper personal protective equipment, mitigation, clean up and packaging per protocols and preparing ER Reports.
- EH&S, environmental project work at local client sites.
Successful candidates must be able to pass background check; DOT/medial physical before hire and pre-employment drug testing. We are a Drug Free Workplace Equal Opportunity Employer. Must have clean driving record, ability to work 40-50 hours per week; must be able to handle & move drums of at least 250 – 450 pounds; shall be able to read and write, and speak English; Shall have a Maryland Class C License or equivalent (CDL preferred not required); Shall maintain a professional image. We offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K program; paid vacation, Overtime pay available. We offer work/life balance! Occasional overnight travel.Education: Chemistry B.S., Biology B.S. Candidates with relevant experience in field (non degree will be considered 40-hr Hazwoper required).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Lab pack: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- 40 hour OSHA Hazwoper or 8 hour refresher (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $35