Environmental Technician - Chemical Waste

Job Summary

We are seeking a Compliance Associate to support the safe and compliant handling of laboratory chemicals and chemical waste within an R&D environment. This is a hands-on, physically active position involving daily chemical-waste collection, packaging, labeling, storage-area inspections, chemical dispensing and delivery, and EH&S documentation.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can work independently, stay productive in a busy environment, and is comfortable performing routine manual/material-handling tasks while following strict safety and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect chemical waste from laboratories and process areas and transport it to designated Central Accumulation Areas (CAA).
• Package, label, inventory, and prepare chemical-waste containers for transport and disposal.
• Maintain waste storage areas, including housekeeping, container organization, supplies, signage, and inventory.
• Perform routine inspections of CAA and other waste-storage areas in accordance with RCRA and company requirements.
• Coordinate with R&D personnel on laboratory clean-outs and special waste-disposal activities.
• Dispense chemicals from drums into smaller containers using required PPE and safety procedures.
• Deliver chemicals to laboratories and designated storage areas.
• Read and use Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and available resources to support appropriate chemical/waste handling and disposal.
• Complete inspections, safety-equipment checks, and required documentation.
• Identify issues and initiate/track work orders or other corrective actions through appropriate tracking systems.
• Maintain EH&S records and report task completion status to the supervisor.
• Support EH&S activities such as procedure development, Management of Change (MOC) reviews, and database management as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to perform hands-on, repetitive and physically active work.
• Ability to work independently with limited day-to-day supervision.
• Strong initiative and a proactive approach to completing daily responsibilities.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including a chemical suit, full-face respirator, gloves, and steel-toe work boots.
• Must be able to pass a respirator fit test and maintain a clean-shaven face when required for respirator use.
• Strong attention to safety and compliance.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy, high-activity environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of chemicals and chemical handling.
• Experience reading Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Experience with hazardous waste, laboratory chemicals, environmental compliance, or EH&S activities.
• Experience in a laboratory, chemical manufacturing, industrial, environmental, or material-handling environment.
• Forklift certification is a plus but not required.

Ideal Candidate

This position is well suited for someone with experience as a Chemical Technician, Environmental Technician, Hazardous Waste Technician, Chemical Process Operator, Laboratory Technician, Material Handler, or similar hands-on role who is comfortable working around chemicals, following PPE requirements, and taking ownership of daily tasks.

Important: This is a hands-on role involving chemical-waste handling, manual/material-handling activities, and routine work in required PPE. Candidates should be comfortable with the physical and safety requirements of the position.

Why work at G-Tech?
G-Tech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at G-Tech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today!

G-Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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