Field Chemist

Overview

Field Chemist I

Location:

US-PA-Telford

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• Category:
  Service Delivery
• Position Type:
  Full-Time
• Location Type:
  Onsite

At Arcwood Environmental, we are more than just a company; we are pioneers in industrial waste management, committed to creating a cleaner, safer world. Since our inception during the environmental movement of the 1970s, we  been at the forefront of solving complex environmental challenges. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana with a dedicated team of 2,000+ employees spread across the United States, we provide innovative and compliant solutions to thousands of clients in diverse industries.

• Impactful Work: Be part of a team that makes a real difference. Our comprehensive services range from hazardous waste management and emergency response to onsite support and technical solutions, allowing us to solve our customers  waste challenges. We do not generate any waste ourselves.
• Growth Opportunities: We value contributions beyond job titles and encourage continuous learning and growth.
• Safety First: Our top priorities are health and safety. We empower every employee to act safely and ensure the well-being of colleagues. Our mantra is Safe and Compliant, Always.
• Collaborative Environment: A supportive and dynamic team where ideas and efforts are recognized and rewarded.

Our Commitment: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace where every employee can thrive. You will have the freedom to contribute your expertise wherever needed, ensuring the success of our mission to protect the environment.

Our Vision: To be the most trusted partner in the environmental services industry. We put customers first and deliver agile, sustainable, and innovative solutions. We are committed to nurturing top talent and creating lasting value for customers, shareholders, communities, and the planet.

Our Ownership: Arcwood Environmental is backed by the EQT Infrastructure VI fund, enhancing our capabilities and expanding our reach. EQT is a global investment firm managing substantial assets, with a focus on Private Capital and Real Assets, supporting leading companies across regions.

Field Chemist — As a Field Chemist you will be responsible for sorting and transporting hazardous and non-hazardous materials and waste, ensuring compatibility and safety in all processes for each service provided to customers.

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
• Assists in the segregation of chemicals by hazard class and packs compatible materials in appropriate containers and prepares for transportation; 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
• Develops good customer relations by effectively communicating with site points of contact and others at customer location / site
• Appropriately 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

- 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)
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  * Note:
  
  Due to potential exposure to atmospheres/waste/materials, this position requires individuals to be clean shaven at all times to don a respirator for protection

Arcwood offers competitive pay and bonus incentives. Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) savings plan with 7% company match, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans & Disabilities

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