Environmental Chemist II

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for assisting in the collection, identification and proper packaging and / or lab packing of hazardous and non-hazardous waste as well as administrative duties at the client site as well as spill response activities on site.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Making waste pickups throughout a customer's facility.

Conducting chemical bulking and consolidation.

Packaging and labeling waste products to maximize efficiency and maintain compliance.

Participating in spill response on customer's site as needed.

Operating forklifts.

Inspecting drums for container integrity and regulatory compliance.

Ensuring the safe loading and unloading of waste hauling vehicles.

Completing waste stream sampling and profiling.

Performs other duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to use heavy and light equipment, such as forklift, and pallet-jack. Skilled using hand and shop tools, and instruments. Demonstrates, accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail. Must be able to prioritize, stay focused and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.

A valid driver's license may be required for some positions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

2 or more years of related experience.

Current 40-hour HAZWOPER Training or ability to pass course upon hire.

Key Responsibilities

Wet Chemistry Analyses

Execute EPA-approved titrations (e.g., alkalinity, hardness), colorimetric methods, and other bench-scale assays

Prepare reagents, standards, and quality-control samples per SOPs

Instrumental Analyses

Run Atomic Absorption (AA) for metals quantification

Operate UV-Vis spectrophotometers for nutrient and organic analyses

Perform Gas Chromatography (GC) for volatile organics and pesticide screening

(Bonus) Conduct PCB quantification via GC methods

Quality Assurance & Documentation

Follow and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Record and interpret instrument calibration data, blanks, and duplicates

Investigate and document any out-of-control events or QC failures

Maintain instrument maintenance logs and coordinate preventive maintenance

Sample Handling & Preparation

Receive, log, and store environmental samples according to chain-of-custody protocols

Conduct sample extraction and cleanup, including liquid–liquid and SPE techniques

Team Collaboration & Safety

Work closely with senior analysts to troubleshoot methods and improve workflows

Participate in method development or validation projects as needed

Adhere to all laboratory health, safety, and waste-disposal procedures

What We Offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, 401(k) match)

Tuition-reimbursement and professional-development support

A collaborative, supportive culture with regular lab-wide training

Clear advancement pathways : Chemist II ? Chemist III ? Lab Supervisor

Pay Range : $23.40 - $35.10

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).

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 services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

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