Onsite Chemist

Primary Purpose

Responsible for sorting and preparing hazardous and non-hazardous materials and waste for shipment from the client's site. Will ensure compatibility and safety processes at all times for each job and lab pack services provided to customer.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Ensures Health & Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes, and acting in a safe manner at all times.
• Segregate chemicals by hazard class, packing compatible materials in appropriate containers and preparing for transportation, completing necessary paperwork per job, conducting various facility inspections as required.
• Collects hazardous and non-hazardous materials from various onsite locations and transports via push cart or company van to waste collection areas.
• Characterize materials.
• Follows proper placarding and load segregation requirements when loading hazardous materials.
• Develop good client relations by effectively communicating with customers.
• Directs Field Technicians/Drivers assisting with waste collection.
• Maintain a log of waste stored in the waste area.
• Advise when supplies are to be ordered.
• Maintain good housekeeping in storage areas.

Heritage believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor the company to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

Education: High school diploma or its equivalent required. Four year college degree (Science major preferred) or 2+ years Lab packing or environmental experience preferred.

Experience: Prior lab packing or environmental waste experience preferred.

Knowledge and Abilities: This is a safety sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function. Introductory knowledge of high hazard materials management/assessment and cylinder handling. Good knowledge and understanding of all federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to the Environmental Services Industry. Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with internal and external contacts. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this job.

Requirements: Due to potential exposure to atmospheres/waste/materials this position requires that you must be able to be clean shaven at all times to don a respirator for your protection. Must have a valid driver's license. Ability to pass Motor Vehicle Record search to company standards.

A post offer drug screen will be required.

EEO including disability/veteran