Chemist I

About the role

The role involves performing various analyses and screenings of organic and inorganic substances to determine the composition of hazardous waste and ensuring proper stabilization according to quality assurance and control procedures. This includes maintaining laboratory and equipment compliance with regulatory and site specifications.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of fingerprint screens and other wet and organic chemistry methodologies to determine the nature of hazardous substances.
• Samples incoming bulk loads to establish the nature of contents and determines appropriate disposal of samples according to prescribed procedures.
• Aids facility personnel with approval paperwork to ensure accuracy and enhance efficiency and effectiveness in the disposal of hazardous waste materials.
• Maintains analytical equipment and documents in accordance with quality assurance and control compliance.
• Gathers appropriate paperwork for management approvals and notifies staff of any incomplete sections needing attention.
• Assists in compiling and reporting of analysis data including QA/QC data for review by staff.
• Performs periodic audits of analytical logs to ensure regulatory compliance for completeness and accuracy.
• Performs other laboratory analysis as requested.
• Complies with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies in the disposal of hazardous waste materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related discipline required.
• 1 to 3 years experience in the hazardous waste industry or related work experience preferred.
• Strong team player.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Typing speed minimum of 30wpm.
• Good knowledge of computer programs.
• 24-Hour HAZWOPER Training required.

Physical Requirements

• Continuous standing and walking.
• Frequent sitting.
• Frequent twisting and occasional bending.
• Able to reach above the shoulder level.
• Fine finger movements and eye-hand coordination.
• Noise level is minimal.
• Handle hazardous material while participating in laboratory activities, performing waste sampling and handling, and household hazardous waste.
• Continuous use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, apron, and a Tyvek coat.
• Frequent use of a full face respirator, a powered air purifying respirator (PAPR), or a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
• Occasional use of a hard hat, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots.

Benefits

• Paid time off policies.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance.
• Savings accounts.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid volunteering.
• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan for retirement savings.

Additional Information

Veolia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.