Field Chemist

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Sort and transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials and waste, ensuring compatibility and safety.
• Assists in segregating chemicals by hazard class and packing compatible materials in appropriate containers.
• Prepares for transportation and completes necessary paperwork for each job.
• Determines and loads supplies needed for job completion and travels to various industry, laboratory, and educational sites to perform lab pack services.
• Assists in characterizing materials at field project sites.
• Adheres to proper placarding and load segregation requirements when transporting hazardous materials.
• Affectionately directs Field Technicians / Drivers who are assisting with waste collection.
• Maintains an introductory knowledge of high-hazard materials management / assessment and cylinder handling.
• Maintains the ability to travel to support outside locations as needed.
• Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization.

Education & Experience

• Associates degree (required); Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
• In lieu of degree, 2+ years of related experience (required), previous experience in lab packing or environmental waste (preferred).
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to obtain a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement within 6 months of hire date (required).
• Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Record search to Company standards (required).

Physical Job Requirements

• Must be clean-shaven at all times to don a respirator for protection.

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

Arcwood offers stability you can count on and opportunities to grow. We provide steady work, competitive pay, and above-market benefits that reflect the importance of what we do. As we continue to grow, you’ll have the chance to build skills, take on new challenges, and build a career.

Arcwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal laws.

A post-offer drug screen and background check will be required.