Field Chemist I

ACTenviroSunnyvale, California, United StatesOnsite

Job Summary

This professional technical skilled position is responsible for sorting and transporting hazardous, non-hazardous waste, and biowaste while observing all safety protocols (proACTive). Interface with professional individuals in the Biotechnology and Semiconductor related industry.

Accountabilities

Understand Federal/State EPA requirements for hazardous waste disposal
Ship waste according to DOT requirements
Understand and manage chemicals base on physical and chemical properties for proper disposal
Responsible for proper packaging of hazardous waste to maximize efficiency and maintain compliance
Assign proper waste codes to all materials that are designated for disposal
Inventory chemicals for proper disposal or for HMBP
Introductory knowledge of hazard materials management / assessment and cylinder handling
Assist in characterizing materials for clients.
Develop good client relations by effectively communicating with customers
Perform the following types of services:
Small 2 person, 1 – 2-day chemical moves
Small 1 – 2-day lab packs
Laboratory decons
Onsite hazardous waste management services
Perform inspections of staging, accumulating and storage areas to ensure proper housekeeping procedures and compliance in regard to 40CFR
Oversee the Inspections of storage areas for leaks or spills
Inspect drums for compliance with labeling regulations
Collect, segregate, and properly package waste chemicals for disposal to maximize efficiency, maintain compliance, and safety
Sampling new waste streams or any wastes needing analytical testing
Prepare all necessary tracking paperwork; provide waste tracking reports as needed
Prepare computer-generated packing lists, labels, manifests, and land disposal restriction notifications
Lead technicians or support project managers in hazardous waste removal or building closures

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

Knowledge of the hazardous waste industry with EPA, DOT, and applicable state and local regulations a plus
Detailed oriented and able to multi-task
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with internal and external contacts.
Proficient with computers
Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
Good presentation, documentation, and reporting skills
Ability to pass the Lab pack class (Internal Training Course)
Ability to pass a pre-employment background screen, physical, and drug-screen
Availability to work weekends and extended hours as needed

Education/Experience

Bachler Degree in Science or 4 years’ experience in the hazardous waste industry
Have or willing to obtain a Class B/C License with hazmat endorsement (clean driving record in the last 3 years)
Successfully completed HAZWOPER 40 hour (must have copies if certified)

Other Information

ACTenviro is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans
This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties of someone in this position would perform. All employees of ACTenviro are expected to perform tasks assigned by ACTenviro management/supervisory personnel regardless of job title or routine job duties

ACTenviro is a nationally recognized company involved in all facets of hazardous waste management. As a single-source provider of hazardous and biological waste management, recycling, disposal, treatment, health and safety, and compliance services, ACT is at the forefront of the renewable energy revolution. ACTenviro is a Forward-Thinking, Professional Organization with Family Values and Customer Commitment.Please visit www.actenviro.com to learn more about ACT. 29 To 32 (USD) Hourly

Life at ACTenviro

Thrive Here & What We Value1. Equal Opportunity Employer | 2. Family Values and Customer Commitment | 3. Professional Organization | 4. Nationally Recognized Company | 5. SingleSource Provider of Hazardous and Biological Waste Management, Recycling, Disposal, Treatment, Health and Safety, and Compliance Services</s> | 1. Positive Relationships with Vendors | 2. Understanding and Acceptance of ACT's Core Values and ProACTive Safety Program | 3. Focus on Customer Retention and Improving Overall Customer Satisfaction | 4. Effective Business Calls and Interaction</s> | 1. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans | 2. Family Values and Customer Commitment</s> | 1. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets | 2. ACTenviro is committed to providing safe and healthy working conditions for all employees. | 3. ACTenviro values teamwork, collaboration, and effective communication.</s> | 2. Ability to Work Weekends and Extended Hours as Needed | 3. Maintaining a Clean and Organized Workspace</s> | ACTenviro is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets | This job description is a general description of essential job functions. | All employees of ACTenviro are expected to perform tasks assigned by ACTenviro management/supervisory personnel regardless of job title or routine job duties | ACTenviro is a Forward-Thinking, Professional Organization with Family Values and Customer Commitment.</s> | 1. ProACTive approach to safety protocols | 2. Availability to work weekends and extended hours as needed | 3. Knowledge of hazardous waste storage areas and documentation</s> | 3. ForwardThinking Professional Organization</s> | 1. Safetyconsciousness | 2. Familyoriented work environment | 3. Professionalism | 4. Customer Commitment | 5. Forward Thinking</s> | 1. Health and Safety Consciousness | 2. Attention to Detail | 3. Organizational Skills</s> | ACTenviro is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans | ACTenviro is a nationally recognized company involved in all facets of hazardous waste management. | 4. Nationally recognized company involved in all facets of hazardous waste management | 1. ACTenviro is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans | 2. ACTenviro is a nationally recognized company involved in all facets of hazardous waste management. | 3. ACTenviro is a ForwardThinking, Professional Organization with Family Values and Customer Commitment.</s> | 1. ACTenviro is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets | 2. Strong leadership skills | 3. Health and Safety conscious | 4. Proactively manage by anticipating and correcting potential issues before they occur | 5. Ability to enlist ACT corporate resources as needed to ensure 100% customer satisfaction | 6. Maintain adequate levels of equipment for emergency response and ongoing projects | 7. Conduct facilitywide compliance audits including field audits, inspections of staging, accumulating, and storage areas to ensure proper housekeeping procedures and compliance.</s> | ACTenviro is a nationally recognized, employee-owned company involved in all facets of hazardous waste management. | 3. Professional Organization involved in all facets of hazardous waste management | 4. Singlesource provider of hazardous and biological waste management, recycling, disposal, treatment, health and safety, and compliance services | 5. ForwardThinking organization</s> | 2. Health and Safety Consciousness | 3. Positive Motivation of Teams | 4. Proactive Management | 5. Flexibility to Work Differing Hours</s> | 2. Emphasis on safety protocols and compliance with regulatory requirements | 3. Availability to work weekends and extended hours as needed | 4. High level of understanding about hazardous waste and universal waste regulations</s> | 5. ForwardThinking Company with a Strong Work Ethic and Positive Supportive Attitude.</s> | 15. ACTenviro is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans | 16. ACTenviro is a nationally recognized company involved in all facets of hazardous waste management. | 17. ACTenviro is a ForwardThinking, Professional Organization with Family Values and Customer Commitment.</s> | Interpersonal skills | Familiarity with EPA, DOT, and applicable state and local regulations | Prior experience in the hazardous materials/waste industry</s> | 1. Spends most of time in an office environment | 2. Spends 50% of time in customer office locations | 3. Spends 30% of time coordinating sales activities in market area | 4. Travels 65 – 75% of the time | 5. Possible Work Hazards: May be exposed to possible operations hazards including dust, fumes, toxic and caustic chemicals, rotating machinery, high pressure, hot or cold work temperatures, slippery surfaces, water, and electrical hazards.</s> | 2. ACTenviro is a nationally recognized, employeeowned company involved in all facets of hazardous waste management. | 3. As a singlesource provider of hazardous and biological waste management, recycling, disposal, treatment, health and safety, and compliance services, ACT is at the forefront of the renewable energy revolution. | 4. ACTenviro is a ForwardThinking, Professional Organization with Family Values and Customer Commitment.</s>