Field Chemist at PermaFix Canada Inc

Gainesville, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Chemistry, Hazardous Waste Management, Analytical Testing, Teamwork, Chemical Identification, Safety Procedures, Lab Packing, First Aid, OSHA Compliance, Protective Equipment, Field Work, Research Support, Material Segregation, Consolidation, Respirator Use, Forklift Operation

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Description Non-exempt. Chemist shall work under the guidance and direction of the Project Manager. Duties Responsible to properly handle and identify unknowns. Segregate incompatible materials. Direct the consolidation of compatible materials and lab pack. Prepare lab pack identification documents associated with lab packs Properly label and determine the appropriate recycling/disposal methods for the hazardous materials collected during the HHW management operations. Chemical engineer support of research & development Laboratory support with analytical testing Perform additional duties as assigned Requirements Degree in chemistry or a related field from an accredited college or a minimum of four (4) years of experience in conducting Household Hazardous Waste Community Collection Events (HHWCCE) and permanent collection site operations. OSHA HAZWOPER (24-40/hr.) with annual refreshers Completion of online or equivalent course in First Aid Basics Medically qualified/cleared to wear full or half face APR (Air purifying respirator) Ability to wear protective clothing. (Multiple layers of protective suits, gloves, particulate masks etc.) Participated in the identification, classification, and lab packing of chemicals and hazardous materials. PFF Medical Surveillance Program Respirator Fit Test Qualified (Annual) People oriented with professional manner. Personality conducive to teamwork. Training OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER hazardous waste workers training course. OSHA 8-Hour HAZWOPER Annual Refresher PFF Quality Assurance – Level 1 Training PFF Respiratory Protection Program (SOP-004C) PFF Personal Protective Equipment (SOP-007C) SOP-001C, General Safety Rules First Aid Basics course, online or equivalent. Forklift Operator Safety Training, I/C Powered, Sit Down Counterbalanced Lift Truck) Complete annual refresher training in proper management and shipping of hazardous waste that includes identification, classification, consolidation, labeling, packaging, lab packing, and recordkeeping. Training must include hazardous waste management, spill response, preparedness and prevention, and recordkeeping. Completion of initial comprehensive training in managing and transporting hazardous waste that includes hazardous waste identification, classification, consolidation, labeling, packaging, lab packing, land disposal restrictions, and recordkeeping. Working Conditions Continuous field/facility work required where there is potential for exposure to chemical, noise, dust and hot and cold temperatures. Climbing, walking and lifting will be normal daily requirements.

Responsibilities

The Field Chemist is responsible for handling and identifying unknown hazardous materials, segregating incompatible materials, and preparing lab pack identification documents. Additional duties include providing chemical engineering support for research and development and conducting analytical testing in the laboratory.