Hazardous Waste Specialist/ Field Chemist

Nisku, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 3, 2026
1 position

$30–$34 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Clean Pack Chemist is responsible for handling, segregating, and packing hazardous waste at customer sites while ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental regulations. They must also prepare accurate documentation, including labels and manifests, and perform regular inspections of storage areas.

Job details

Clean Harbors in Nisku, AB is seeking a Hazardous Waste Specialist (internally known as a CleanPack Chemist) to handle, segregate, pack, and inspect hazardous waste in accordance with Federal/Provincial/Local regulations and our company policies and procedures. This position will work both indoors and outdoors at plants, labs, customer sites and are responsible for assisting with lab packs within customer facilities, household hazardous waste (HHW) collections and lab moves. This is a customer-facing position, working at customer sites daily. The Clean Pack Chemist is NOT a laboratory-based Chemist. * Must be comfortable interviewing at & completing 2-3 months of training out of the Red Deer, AB branch* Why work for Clean Harbors? Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5! Competitive Wages: $30-$34/hr. (based on experience/ valid CDL) Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment. Group RRSP with company matching component. Ability to participate in the company Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career. Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement. Positive and safe work environments. Responsibilities Ensure that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner. Prepare computer generated packing lists, labels, manifest, and land disposal restriction notifications. Perform inspections of staging, accumulating and storage areas to ensure proper housekeeping procedures and compliance. Inspect storage area and drums for leaks or spills, inspect drums for compliance with labeling regulations. Collects, segregates, and properly packages waste chemicals for disposal to maximize efficiency and maintain compliance. Conducts projects/jobs according to site specific Provincial and Federal regulations and health and safety plans. Understand customer specific disposal restrictions/special packaging requirements. Sample and profile of new waste streams or any waste needing analytical testing. Ensures drum count is correct and that drum conditions are shippable in accordance with our company’s policies and procedure. Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules. Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines. Qualifications Valid Class 3 Driver’s License highly preferred. Glass 5 license requires a reliable vehicle to commute to the branch. College Degree in chemistry or applicable experience needed (lab packing, HW waste segregation etc.) Strong customer service and communication skills. Ability to work independently and handle a variety of priorities. Ability to Perform physical functions per job requirements Ability to be clean shaven for to wear respirators if needed. Strong understanding of Transportation of Dangerous Goods. Previous experience in Environmental Services highly preferred. Clean Harbors Technical Services Waste Disposal – Comprehensive disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste at Company-owned facilities Recycling Services – Extensive recycling, reuse and reclamation options for materials such as solvents, chemicals, oil and electrical equipment Chemical Packing – Safe, efficient handling and disposal of the widest range of chemicals, including reactive and compressed gases Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Services – HHW collection programs of all types and sizes, facilitated by Clean Harbors expert personnel 40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. 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. Join our safety focused team today! To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at https://careersca.cleanharbors.com/ Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of any other federal, state/provincial or local protected class. 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. *CH #CH #LI-LB

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have a college degree in chemistry or relevant experience in hazardous waste management and possess strong customer service skills. A valid Class 3 driver's license is highly preferred, and the ability to perform physical tasks and wear a respirator is required.