InSite Chemist

  • Clean Harbors
  • Kankakee, Illinois
  • Full Time

Clean Harbors in Kankakee, IL is seeking an InSite Chemist to perform tasks associated with preparing, testing, packing and inspecting all chemical wastes in accordance with Company policies and procedures while at the client site.

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
  • Pay range $20-22+ per hour
  • 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

InSite Chemists perform a wide range of tasks, including:

  • Making waste pickups at labs as needed
  • Packaging and labeling waste products and other materials
  • Identifying unknown chemicals when they are encountered
  • Performing inspections of staging, accumulating, and storage areas to ensure proper housekeeping procedures and compliance
  • Collect, segregate, and properly package waste chemicals for efficient and compliant disposal
  • Overall quality control of waste materials being stored and shipped
  • Completing required manifests and tracking paperwork
  • Utilizing CHOICE waste management software to efficiently and accurately manage waste programs.

This position is an entry level role, but many of our leaders started in this job! With safety as our top priority, you'll get the training and support to not only succeed at your job but advance your career.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • High School diploma
  • Valid drivers license
  • Hold or willing to obtain a CDL Class B
  • Prior chemical handling experience or chemistry knowledge preferred
  • BS/BA in Chemistry, Biology, or Environmental Science a plus;
  • Willingness to complete a background check, drug test, and physical

Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy, and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. Our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Come help us save the world!

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 ... or ....

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

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Job ID: 488100915
Originally Posted on: 8/4/2025

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