Job Description
Clean Harbors is seeking a Household Hazardous Waste Chemist to join our team at the North Environmental Center in Forest Lake, MN. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for identifying, sorting, packaging, and preparing household hazardous waste for safe transportation and disposal.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with a background in chemistry, environmental science, hazardous waste management, or related hands-on experience. A college degree is not required, and candidates who are eager to learn and develop their skills in the environmental services industry are encouraged to apply.
Location: 6065 Headwaters Parkway, Forest Lake, MN 55025
Pay: $23–$27 per hour, depending on experience
Schedule:
- Monday: 10:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
- Thursday: Off, with optional work opportunities
- Friday: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
- Saturday: 7:00 AM–2:30 PM
Sunday: Off
Additional overtime opportunities available.
Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.
Why work for Clean Harbors?
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
- Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
- Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
- Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
- Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
RESPONSIBILITIES
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner
- Identify, sort, segregate, and package household hazardous waste, including chemicals, paints, solvents, and other regulated materials.
- Prepare lab packs and properly package hazardous materials for safe transportation and disposal.
- Inspect, label, and prepare waste containers and drums in accordance with applicable safety and environmental regulations.
- Assist residents and small-business customers with hazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Process waste received from Very Small Quantity Generators (VSQGs), including completing required documentation and paperwork.
- Maintain accurate waste records, shipping documentation, and inventory information.
- Follow all applicable EPA, DOT, RCRA, and company health and safety procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
- Assist with operations and cross-training at nearby environmental facilities as needed.
- Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
- Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
- Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
- Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Background in chemistry, biology, environmental science, hazardous waste handling, or a related field preferred.
- Previous hazardous waste, lab packing, or chemical handling experience is a plus, but not required.
- College coursework or a degree in a science-related field is preferred but not required; relevant hands-on experience will also be considered.
- Ability to learn chemical identification, waste segregation, and safe packaging procedures.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to safety.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to learn new responsibilities and assist at other locations when needed.
- Ability to perform physical work, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in a partially outdoor environment with varying seasonal temperatures.
- Must meet applicable safety and training requirements, including 24-hour HAZWOPER requirements.
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact
ect@cleanharbors.com
or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Numbers & Facts
| Location | Forest Lake, MN |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Engineering Services |
| Salary | $23–$27 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 1980 |
| Website | https://www.cleanharbors.com/ |
About Company
Clean Harbors is North America’s leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of the Fortune 500 companies, across the chemical, energy, manufacturing and additional markets, as well as numerous government agencies. These customers rely on Clean Harbors to deliver a broad range of services such as end-to-end hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning and maintenance, and recycling services. Through its Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors also is North America’s largest re-refiner and recycler of used oil and a leading provider of parts washers and environmental services to commercial, industrial and automotive customers. Founded in 1980 and based in Massachusetts, Clean Harbors operates throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.
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