Field Chemist I
Republic ServicesAbout the role
POSITION SUMMARY: The Field Chemist I facilitates Lab Pack Program, Household Hazardous Waste (HHW), and other field activities by providing field services for customers on their site, including the characterization, packaging, handling, and transportation of wastes. Incumbent maintains safety, meticulous attention to detail, profitability, and efficiency.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides Lab Packing services at customer sites maintaining compliance with applicable regulations and with established company procedures.
Samples and characterizes hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
Generates waste profiles into end-user facility.
Performs price quotes for customer.
Provides customer with detailed inventory of waste on site.
Transports wastes from customer sites to end user or transfer facility.
Generates required internal paperwork to provide accurate and timely customer service and invoicing.
Help to off load waste at end user facility.
De-packs and consolidates waste.
Provides technical support.
Performs other, related duties as assigned. These are duties may not be specifically listed in this description, but which are within the general nature typically associated with the employee’s level of work.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or environmental science or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of basic chemistry. Integrates knowledge of basic concepts, principles, and theories.
Applies basic communication skills to read, analyze, and interpret general business documentation, technical procedures, governmental regulations, and to respond effectively to inquiries.
Good knowledge of business math and basic accounting processes.
Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain an MVR that meets company policy standards.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
At least 1 year of chemistry or related environmental experience.
Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain an MVR that meets Company policy standards.
Pay Range:
The pay range for this position is $31.70 to $43.62* which reflects the minimum wage in multiple jurisdictions. The actual range will depend on the locality in which you are hired.
Bonus Plan Details (if applicable):
Rewarding Compensation and Benefits
Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Benefits https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field
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