Environmental Field Chemist - Hazardous Waste

Job overview

The Environmental Field Chemist - Hazardous Waste is an onsite role based in Syracuse, NY. Compensation is not specified in the posting. This position supports the Clean Harbors technical services team by managing chemical waste at various customer sites. The role exists to ensure the safe and compliant handling, segregation, and packaging of hazardous chemical waste. The chemist contributes to environmental sustainability by performing site inspections, preparing manifests, and executing waste disposal projects in accordance with regulatory standards.

What you'll do

• Handle, segregate, pack, and inspect chemical waste
• prepare packing lists, labels, and manifests
• perform site inspections for leaks or spills
• ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations
• execute projects at customer locations
• sample and profile new waste streams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

syracuse ny

hazardous waste

environmental services

entry level

field chemist

clean harbors

onsite

no on-call

new grad eligible

military friendly

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive health benefits after 30 days, 401K with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition reimbursement, company-paid training.

Why this role

Entry-level management position with clear career progression paths into 15+ roles within the company.

About the employer

Clean Harbors is hiring for this role. Industry: Hazardous Waste Collection. Sector: 56.