Laboratory Technician

Entry-level Lab Technician – Clean Harbors Kimball, NE Incineration Unit

We Build with Passion – Clean Harbors Kimball, NE unit is seeking an Entry-level Lab Technician responsible for the analysis of samples to determine their chemical and physical properties using chromatography and spectroscopy techniques. Starting pay is $22.50 an hour, paid weekly. Safety focused individuals required. This is a great opportunity for college students or recent high school graduates wanting to gain some work experience.

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Own Part of the Company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for growth and development for all stages of your career

• Positive and safe work environments – ensures that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times
• Performs analysis of facility samples using GC, GCMS, ICP, and various analytical laboratory instruments
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment as needed
• Properly manage waste generated as a result of analytical procedures
• Maintain a safe working environment that complies with all applicable OSHA regulations
• Log samples electronically into lab database; attach reporting spreadsheets and scans of COC and other paperwork to the electronic record; scan raw data and attach to electronic record
• Manages Lab Supply Room – receives supplies and reagents, keeps storage tidy and chemical inventory log current; creates sampling kits such as stormwater kits
• Manages Sample Storage and disposes of samples; keeps sample storage organized and tidy
• Scans other records and electronically files them, such as GC/MS raw data
• Keeps the Chemical Inventory list up to date to comply with OSHA requirement
• Assist Chemists as necessary as time permits
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by management

• HS Diploma or equivalent – required
• HS/College Level Chemistry Class Completion
• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (or related science) preferred
• Prior experience in a laboratory setting
• Excellent communication, organization, and quantitative skills
• Proficiency with computer applications
• Ability to document, record, and analyze data and information
• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends when necessary
• Valid Driver's License required
• Punctuality and attendance required
• Respirator fit test upon hire – clean shaven face required (mustache okay)
• Background check, drug screen and physical – required
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; sponsorship of an employment visa is not available at this time, including F1-OPT

Notice of Contingency:
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate's successful completion of a background check, pre‑employment drug screening, and, where applicable, a job‑related physical examination to determine fitness for duty. Drug testing includes screening for cannabis/marijuana. A positive result for illegal drug use or the misuse of controlled substances may result in withdrawal of the employment offer, consistent with company policy and applicable safety‑sensitive 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  or  Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Pay Range: $13.41 – $31.15 hourly.

Location:

2247 South Hwy 71, Kemmerer, NE.

Job Schedule:

Full time. Regular or Temporary:
Regular.