Environmental Chemist Jobs
Environmental Chemist jobs are open across environmental consulting, government agencies, manufacturing, and research institutions, from entry-level to senior and principal levels, with specializations in water quality analysis, soil and hazardous waste assessment, and air monitoring. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
- Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
- Recruiting Pay range
- 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
- 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
- Executes Jobs at Clean Harbors customer locations including fortune 500 companies
- Responsible for final preparation and approval of all projects before shipment in accordance with OSHA, EPA, DOT and company policies
- Conducts projects/jobs according to site specific Federal, State, and local 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 our company’s policies and procedure
- Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
- Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
- Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
- Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Valid Driver’s license
- Strong customer service skills
- By position, obtain a CDL Class B with hazmat and tanker endorsement within 6 months of employment
- Perform physical functions per job requirements
- Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
- Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.
- College degree in Chemistry or Natural Science
- Previous experience in Environmental Services (i.e. remediation, abatement, emergency spill response, etc.)
- 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 reactives and compressed gases
- Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Services – HHW collection programs of all types and sizes, facilitated by Clean Harbors expert personnel
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 ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
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- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
- Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
- Recruiting Pay range
- 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
- 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
- Executes Jobs at Clean Harbors customer locations including fortune 500 companies
- Responsible for final preparation and approval of all projects before shipment in accordance with OSHA, EPA, DOT and company policies
- Conducts projects/jobs according to site specific Federal, State, and local 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 our company’s policies and procedure
- Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules
- Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements
- Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures
- Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Valid Driver’s license
- Strong customer service skills
- By position, obtain a CDL Class B with hazmat and tanker endorsement within 6 months of employment
- Perform physical functions per job requirements
- Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position
- Per OSHA's Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.34, employees in positions requiring respirators are required to meet facial hair standards.
- College degree in Chemistry or Natural Science
- Previous experience in Environmental Services (i.e. remediation, abatement, emergency spill response, etc.)
- 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 reactives and compressed gases
- Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Services – HHW collection programs of all types and sizes, facilitated by Clean Harbors expert personnel
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 ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
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Who's Hiring
- Clean Harbors14
- Republic Services4
- Tradebe3
- aptim2
- ACZ Labs2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental chemist jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in chemistry, environmental science, or a closely related field
- Experience with laboratory instrumentation including GC-MS, ICP-MS, or HPLC
- Knowledge of federal environmental regulations such as RCRA, CERCLA, and the Clean Water Act
- 40-hour HAZWOPER certification or ability to obtain it before starting
- Proficiency in data quality review, QA/QC procedures, and chain-of-custody documentation
- Ability to conduct field sampling, site assessments, or environmental monitoring activities
Tips for Your Environmental Chemist Job Search
Tailor your resume to analytical methods
List the specific analytical techniques you've used, such as GC-MS, ICP-OES, or HPLC, alongside the matrices you've analyzed, like soil, water, or air. Hiring managers scan for method familiarity before reading anything else on an environmental chemist resume.
Highlight your regulatory framework knowledge
Call out the specific regulations you've worked under, whether RCRA, CERCLA, Clean Water Act, or state-level equivalents. Employers hiring environmental chemists want to know you can interpret compliance requirements, not just run samples.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists environmental chemist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by sample matrix specialty
Search separately for groundwater, air quality, and hazardous waste roles rather than a single broad search. Each sub-discipline has its own toolset and regulatory context, and targeting your search helps you apply to roles where your bench experience is the closest match.
Prepare a portfolio of field and lab work
Bring documented examples of chain-of-custody procedures you've maintained, QA/QC protocols you've written, or remediation projects you've supported. Concrete project documentation distinguishes candidates with real site experience from those with lab-only backgrounds.
Address certification gaps before the offer stage
If a posting asks for a 40-hour HAZWOPER certification or a specific state environmental license you don't hold, say so directly in your cover letter and name the timeline for completing it. Employers appreciate honesty and a clear plan over a gap left unexplained.
Environmental Chemist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most environmental chemists?
The companies hiring the most environmental chemists right now include Clean Harbors, Republic Services, and Tradebe, with the largest share of openings in Indiana, Washington, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Environmental consulting firms and federal agencies consistently account for a large portion of active postings.
How many environmental chemist jobs are remote?
About 38% of environmental chemist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, field-dependent nature of most roles in this discipline. Data review, report writing, and regulatory compliance work are the sub-areas most likely to allow remote or hybrid schedules, while field sampling and laboratory analysis positions almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become an environmental chemist?
Start with a bachelor's degree in chemistry, environmental science, or a related field, as most entry-level positions require at least this foundation. Build hands-on experience through internships, co-ops, or laboratory assistant roles that expose you to analytical instrumentation and field sampling methods. Earning a HAZWOPER certification and familiarizing yourself with federal environmental statutes like RCRA and CERCLA strengthens your candidacy for consulting and government roles. A master's degree opens doors to research positions and project management tracks.
Can you get hired as an environmental chemist with little experience?
Yes, entry-level environmental chemist roles exist specifically for candidates with limited professional experience, particularly at environmental consulting firms and government agencies that hire recent graduates. Strengthening your application with a completed HAZWOPER certification, any field sampling coursework, documented laboratory methods from academic research, and a clear summary of the instruments you've operated can make your resume competitive even without years of full-time work history.
What does the environmental chemist interview process look like?
Most hiring processes for environmental chemist roles begin with a phone or video screen focused on your technical background and familiarity with specific analytical methods or regulations. A second round typically involves a panel or on-site interview where you walk through past projects, describe how you've handled QA/QC issues, and sometimes complete a short written or practical exercise. Consulting firms often ask scenario-based questions about client communication and report writing, while government roles may include a structured competency assessment.
Where can I find and apply to environmental chemist jobs?
You can find and apply to environmental chemist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your experience, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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