Healthcare Waste Technician (InSite Chemist)
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Key details
- Salary
- $24.00–$25.00/hr
- Location
- Milwaukee, WI, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Job type
- Full-time
- Function
- Healthcare
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 2w ago
Skills
About the role
Clean Harbors is seeking an Healthcare Waste Technician (InSite Chemist) to support environmental waste management operations at a major healthcare network in Milwaukee, WI. This position plays an important role in the safe collection, handling, packaging, and management of pharmaceutical and hazardous waste throughout hospital facilities.
This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently and as part of a team in a healthcare environment. Candidates with a background in chemistry, biology, environmental science, or waste management are encouraged to apply; however, we are willing to train motivated individuals who demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety.
- Location: Milwaukee, WI
- Pay: $24–$25 per hour
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 5:45 AM–1:45 PM
- Overtime: Typically 1–4 additional hours per week
- This position is NOT a laboratory-based position
- Valid Driver's License required
- Personal vehicle needed for travel between customer sites - Mileage reimbursement provided
- Very physical, with walking the majority of the day, as well as lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
- Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth
- Pay range $24-25 per hour + Mileage reimbursement + Overtime after 40 hrs.
- 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
- Perform daily rounds throughout hospital facilities to collect pharmaceutical, universal, and other regulated waste materials.
- Safely identify, segregate, package, label, and prepare waste materials for proper disposal.
- Assist with lab packing and hazardous waste management activities in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Service operating rooms, laboratories, and other designated areas while following hospital safety and access procedures.
- Inspect waste accumulation areas and ensure proper storage, labeling, and compliance.
- Prepare waste containers and maintain accurate documentation for transportation and disposal.
- Work closely with hospital personnel to provide professional, reliable environmental services.
- Follow all Clean Harbors safety procedures and applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
- Travel between designated healthcare facilities throughout the Milwaukee metropolitan area and surrounding region.
- 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 and reliable personal transportation required.
- Ability to consistently report to work by 5:45 AM.
- Strong dependability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively in an active healthcare environment.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Willingness to travel locally between customer facilities as needed.
- Ability to perform a physically active position involving frequent walking, standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.
- Previous experience in hazardous waste management, environmental services, healthcare, laboratory operations, or related fields preferred.
- Education in chemistry, biology, environmental science, or a related discipline is a plus.
Previous lab packing experience is helpful but not required; training will be provided.
Additional Position Details
- Monday–Friday schedule with an early morning start.
- Approximately three days per week at the primary hospital, with additional days supporting other healthcare facilities.
- Local travel between facilities is required; no overnight travel is anticipated.
- Mileage reimbursement is provided for approved business travel between locations.
- Personal vehicle required; no CDL required.
- Standard work uniforms and appropriate PPE are utilized, with additional protective attire provided or required for designated hospital areas.
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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