Receiving Chemist I

Summary

The Receiving Chemist I is responsible for receiving, sampling, coding, consolidating, and shipping hazardous waste materials in accordance with the facility Waste Analysis Plan (WAP), DOT, RCRA, OSHA, and Clean Harbors Environmental Services (CHES) protocols. This role supports safe operations, accurate documentation, regulatory compliance, and efficient inventory and logistics management within the facility.
Shift & Pay

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  Schedule: Morning shift, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  


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  Pay Range: $23.00 - $24.00 per hour, based on experience

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Responsibilities

• Receive, open, sample, and analyze incoming drums and lab packs following the facility Waste Analysis Plan (WAP) and CHES procedures while ensuring QA/QC compliance.


• Accurately code and process incoming waste materials for disposal, routing, and billing using the WIN system and CHES barcoding standards.


• Verify inbound shipments against paperwork and maintain proper inventory control of supplies and cylinders.


• Stage, coordinate, and ship waste materials to approved disposal outlets in compliance with DOT regulations and least-cost routing protocols in partnership with National Logistics.


• Perform consolidation, repackaging, and bulking of lab pack materials, including reactive substances, when applicable, while ensuring safe handling and documentation.


• Operate and calibrate laboratory instruments for basic chemical analysis.


• Safely move drums and containers using forklifts, yard mules, and other material-handling equipment.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with OSHA and company Health & Safety standards.


• Perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Associate degree (or two years of college coursework) in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related field OR equivalent specialized training.


• 0-3 years of related laboratory, chemical handling, or hazardous waste experience.

Required Certifications / Training

• 24-Hour OSHA Training


• Forklift Certification


• RCRA and DOT Training

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and follow direction.


• Strong organizational and communication skills.


• Ability to adapt to changing business needs and take initiative.


• Solid understanding of math, chemistry, and chemical testing principles.


• Proficiency with Windows-based applications.


• Working knowledge of the facility Waste Analysis Plan (WAP).


• Demonstrated knowledge and tested proficiency in at least two of the following areas:
  
  
  
  • Lab Pack Coding/Processing
  
  
  • Drum Receiving/Coding
  
  
  • Shipping of Waste Materials
    (or advanced knowledge in one area prior to progression).
  
  
  
  

Equal Opportunity & Pay Transparency

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 eci@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company.

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 base pay, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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Category: Field Technicians
Posting Date: 2026-03-03
Job Schedule: Full time
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Job Function: Chemist & Chemist Management
Locations: CA-SAN JOSE: 1021 Berryessa Road
Pay Range: $18.63 - $43.27 Hourly