Field Inspector
Clean Harbors · Norwell · $25–$30/hr (stated in the posting)
Clean Harbors is seeking a Field Inspector located in Norwell, MA. The Field Inspector will complete response actions involving Release Abatement Measures, Immediate Response Actions and Phase I and II investigations at hazardous waste sites. The work will primarily be in Massachusetts. Periodically, the Field Inspector will assist the project team with completing inspection, sampling and monitoring events at North American Clean Harbors and other facilities.Pay: $25-30/HR, DOE.
Location: Norwell, MA
Travel 95-100% required: Will travel as needed to project sites primarily around MA. Travel will be needed around the United States to support the broader group when necessary.
**Per Diem available daily, travel costs covered by the company.
Why work for Clean Harbors?
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5;
- Competitive wages;
- Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment;
- Group 401K with company matching component;
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career;
- Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement;
- Positive and safe work environments.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times.
- Provides assistance on small to midsize, technically complex projects involving groundwater sampling, waste site cleanup and construction, building and equipment decontamination.
- Prepares data tables and written reports.
- Acts as an agent of business and assists with developing relationships with key customers and understanding customer issues.
- Oversee technicians and CHES Field Services staff in order to meet project objectives and project budget expectations.
- Provides technical support to field service offices. Is part of the on-call rotation (every six weeks)
- Manages procurement for projects including materials, equipment rental, temporary labor, and subcontractors.
- Provides timely, concise and relevant information to superiors and subordinates.
- Provides technical support for proposal preparation, project cost estimates and subcontractor selection and procurement.
- Enforce the policies and procedures as it relates to Health & Safety. Will be measured off the district's health and safety record. Works closely with the Director of Health and Safety in resolving issues in an appropriate and timely manner.
- Performs other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management and will be required by the needs of the Clean Harbors business.
- Other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, biology, chemistry or environmental science is required;
- Groundwater sampling experience a plus;
- Report writing and computer experience.
- Ability to review and interpret technical specifications and drawings.
- Excellent writing and communication skills.
- Proficient in Windows based activities.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to work in a team environment and independently.
- Excellent interpersonal silks.
- Valid DL and clean MVR required.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office software and professional level written / oral communication skills. Civil Engineering / construction / survey experience a plus.
Physical requirements:
The Field Inspector work at times will involve driving and indoor/outdoor physical activity including walking. Sampling will include the use of shovels, trowels and/or the use of battery-operated probes, bailers and pumps and the collection of samples for laboratory testing. The job at times may also involve the following:
- Need to travel to various sites in an emergency capacity and navigate varying conditions (slopes and rugged terrain encountered on roadside spills, excavations, etcetera).
- Walking at times a mile per/day and manual labor (site investigation, sampling surveying, and sample collection in the areas above).
- Lifting 50 pounds unassisted and wear personal protective equipment, including a respirator (sampling, using various groundwater pumps, emergency response).
- Work using ladders or scaffolding and confined space entry may be necessary
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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Job Identification: 167543
Category: Plant & Facilities
Posting Date: 2026-10-15
Job Schedule: Full time
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Job Function: Plant & Environmental Compliance
Locations: EMPLOYEE WORKS FROM HOME
Pay Range: 15.63 - 41.54 Hourly