Job#: 3038556

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Field Chemist is responsible for supporting onsite waste management activities, including the identification, segregation, and packaging of hazardous and non-hazardous materials. This role involves working at customer locations to ensure materials are handled safely, in compliance with applicable regulations, and prepared appropriately for transport and disposal.

• Follow established safety protocols at all times, promoting a strong culture of health and environmental compliance
• Sort, classify, and package chemical materials based on hazard category, ensuring compatibility and proper containment
• Prepare and complete required documentation for waste handling, transportation, and disposal activities
• Organize and load necessary tools, supplies, and equipment for field projects
• Travel to client sites including industrial facilities, laboratories, and academic institutions to perform lab pack and waste services
• Assist with field identification and characterization of unknown or unprofiled materials
• Ensure proper labeling, placarding, and load separation in accordance with hazardous materials transportation guidelines
• Communicate effectively with client site personnel to support successful project execution and maintain positive working relationships
• Provide direction to supporting field staff, including technicians and drivers, during job activities
• Build foundational knowledge of high-risk materials handling, including compressed gas cylinders and reactive chemicals
• Support assignments at various locations as business needs require
• Contribute to additional tasks or projects as assigned by leadership

• Associate degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or a related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Equivalent experience (2+ years) in environmental services, lab packing, or hazardous waste handling may be considered in place of a degree
• Valid driver’s license required; ability to obtain a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement within 6 months of hire
• Must meet company motor vehicle driving standards
• Willingness to comply with respiratory protection requirements, including maintaining a clean-shaven appearance when necessary

• Ability to remain alert and prioritize safety in fast-paced or potentially hazardous environments
• Working knowledge (or ability to learn) federal, state, and local environmental regulations (e.g., EPA, DOT standards)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with both internal teams and external clients
• Dependable attendance and ability to meet job scheduling expectations

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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