TN Visa Environmental Field Technician Jobs
Environmental Field Technician roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's scientist and technician categories. Canadian citizens can apply at the U.S. border with no cap or lottery by presenting an employer support letter. Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate with the same documentation. Your employer prepares a support letter confirming the role meets TN requirements, and your TN status is approved when you present it at entry or consulate—no government filing or prevailing wage requirement.
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Clean Harbors in LOCATION is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist (CleanPack Chemist) to handle, segregate, pack, and inspect chemical waste in accordance with Federal/State/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 Environmental Field Chemist are (NOT) laboratory-based Chemist.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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
* 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
KEY 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
* 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
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
* 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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* College degree in Chemistry or Natural Science
* Previous experience in Environmental Services (i.e. remediation, abatement, emergency spill response, etc.)
Our Environmental Field Chemist is an entry level position into an exciting and rewarding career at Clean Harbors. Transitioning Military, this is a great opportunity to leverage your skills, experience, and training as you return to civilian life.
CAREER GROWTH
This position is an entry level management position. From this role, there are approximately 15 other roles one can be promoted into within Clean Harbors. A significant number of our middle and senior management staff all started in this role, from less than 5 years ago to 30 plus years ago. Many others who have started in this role have significant positions within our customers as Environmental Health and Safety staff members at significant universities, pharmaceutical manufacturers as well as other customers.
We will accelerate your training, so you learn the skills and knowledge to succeed in this position and start your career. You can work in any of our 200+ branch locations and can transfer internally. After successfully learning this position in approximately 18 to 36 months, then you will have the opportunity to move into a Salary Management position.
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 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.
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.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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INTRODUCTION
Clean Harbors in LOCATION is seeking an Environmental Field Chemist (CleanPack Chemist) to handle, segregate, pack, and inspect chemical waste in accordance with Federal/State/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 Environmental Field Chemist are (NOT) laboratory-based Chemist.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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
* 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
KEY 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
* 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
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
* 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.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
* College degree in Chemistry or Natural Science
* Previous experience in Environmental Services (i.e. remediation, abatement, emergency spill response, etc.)
Our Environmental Field Chemist is an entry level position into an exciting and rewarding career at Clean Harbors. Transitioning Military, this is a great opportunity to leverage your skills, experience, and training as you return to civilian life.
CAREER GROWTH
This position is an entry level management position. From this role, there are approximately 15 other roles one can be promoted into within Clean Harbors. A significant number of our middle and senior management staff all started in this role, from less than 5 years ago to 30 plus years ago. Many others who have started in this role have significant positions within our customers as Environmental Health and Safety staff members at significant universities, pharmaceutical manufacturers as well as other customers.
We will accelerate your training, so you learn the skills and knowledge to succeed in this position and start your career. You can work in any of our 200+ branch locations and can transfer internally. After successfully learning this position in approximately 18 to 36 months, then you will have the opportunity to move into a Salary Management position.
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 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.
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.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as an Environmental Field Technician
Match your credentials to USMCA categories
TN visa eligibility for field technician roles depends on how your degree or diploma maps to a recognized scientific or technical occupation. A two-year technician credential in environmental science or geology strengthens your case more than a general science degree.
Target employers with recent visa filings
Search for companies with recent visa filings in environmental technician roles. Prior sponsorship experience signals that the employer already understands work visa processes and won't need to be educated from scratch.
Get field certifications before you apply
Certifications like OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER or state-specific environmental sampling credentials make your TN petition easier to adjudicate. CBP officers look for credentials that confirm specialty occupation standing beyond the degree alone.
Clarify who prepares your TN documentation
Negotiate with your employer before the offer letter is signed to confirm they'll prepare the support letter required for your TN application. Some smaller environmental contractors may lack experience with visa sponsorship processes. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers experienced with work visa sponsorship, which can indicate they have the infrastructure to support your TN application at the port of entry or consulate.
Prepare for port-of-entry adjudication as a Canadian
Canadian citizens apply for TN status directly at a land border or pre-clearance airport, with no advance USCIS petition required. Bring your employer's support letter, your credential documents, and proof of your Environmental Field Technician role qualifications. CBP officers adjudicate on the spot, so incomplete packets cause immediate delays.
Understand the Mexican consular appointment timeline
Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate, which adds scheduling lead time before your start date. Build at least six to eight weeks into your offer negotiation to account for appointment availability, especially at high-volume posts like Ciudad Juárez or Tijuana.
Environmental Field Technician TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Field Technician role qualify for a TN visa?
Yes, if the role is grounded in a recognized USMCA scientific or technical discipline such as environmental science, geology, chemistry, or biology. The job duties must reflect specialty work tied to your credential. Roles that are primarily manual labor or general site maintenance, without a technical credential requirement, typically don't qualify.
How does the TN visa compare to the H-1B for this role?
TN has no annual lottery and no numerical cap for Canadians, so you aren't subject to the H-1B visa's 85,000-slot limit or random selection. TN is also faster to obtain: Canadians get adjudicated at the border on the day of application. The trade-off is that TN doesn't lead directly to a green card, while H-1B permits dual intent.
Can I find Environmental Field Technician jobs with TN sponsorship in one place?
Migrate Mate aggregates environmental technician roles from employers with recent visa filings, so you're not sorting through listings from companies unfamiliar with the visa sponsorship process. Filtering by TN-eligible roles saves time and connects you to hiring managers at organizations experienced with work visa sponsorship requirements.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer must prepare a detailed support letter that describes your job duties, confirms your credential qualifications, and states that the role meets the TN visa requirements for Environmental Field Technician. Canadian applicants present this support letter directly to CBP at the U.S. border or port of entry. Mexican applicants submit the support letter along with their DS-160 visa application at the U.S. consulate.
What happens to my TN status if my environmental field contract ends early?
TN status is employer-specific, so if your contract ends before the authorized period expires, your status effectively lapses once you stop working. You have no automatic grace period under TN the way H-1B holders have 60 days. Securing a new employer and a new TN petition before your contract ends is the cleanest way to maintain continuous status.