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Job Description
Clean Harbors is seeking an Environmental Services Technician (InSite Technician) to join our team in Yorktown Heights, NY. This position is based at a research and development facility, where you will assist with the safe collection, identification, handling, and management of hazardous waste materials generated throughout the site.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in environmental services, chemistry, laboratory operations, or hazardous waste management. Previous hazardous waste experience is not required. We are looking for dependable, safety-conscious individuals who are eager to learn and develop their skills in a specialized industry.
Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.
Why work for Clean Harbors?
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
- Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
- Competitive Starting Pay: ($24.00 hourly)
- Consistent Monday–Friday schedule
- Day shift with no overnight work
- Stable, full-time employment at one customer location
- Opportunities to gain hands-on experience in hazardous waste management
- Training and opportunities for professional development
- Work with an established team in a specialized research environment
- Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match
- Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
- Company paid training and tuition reimbursement
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect, identify, and properly handle hazardous waste materials throughout the customer facility.
- Assist with waste profiling, sampling, labeling, and documentation.
- Safely package, segregate, and consolidate various hazardous waste streams, including laboratory chemicals and materials.
- Inspect waste containers to ensure proper labeling, storage, and regulatory compliance.
- Assist with preparing waste materials for transportation and disposal.
- Support scheduled waste collection and lab-pack activities.
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
- Follow all company, customer, and regulatory safety procedures.
- Participate in required safety meetings and training.
- Perform additional environmental services duties as assigned.
- Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
- Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
- Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
- Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- No previous hazardous waste experience required; willing to train motivated individuals.
- Previous experience in environmental services, chemical handling, laboratory operations, or hazardous waste management is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Basic computer skills and willingness to learn waste tracking and documentation procedures.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a customer-focused environment.
- Ability to perform physical duties including standing, walking, bending, and lifting, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Willingness to complete required safety and hazardous materials training. Work Environment
- This position is located at a research facility that generates a variety of chemical and laboratory waste streams. Employees must maintain a strong focus on safety and follow established procedures when working around potentially hazardous materials.
- Standard work uniforms and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) are provided for site activities. Specialized protective equipment may be required occasionally.
- This is a non-driving position based at one customer location in Yorktown Heights, NY. Regular overtime is not available.
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 [email protected] or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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