Field Inspector

Company: Clean Harbors
Location: Elkins Park
Posted on: July 2, 2025

Job Description:

Clean Harbors is seeking a Traveling Field Inspector. The Field Inspector oversees and documents daily site activities for remediation and emergency response projects. In addition, Field Inspector will be required to collect soil and groundwater samples, air monitoring data and completion of field activities. Field Inspector will work under the direct supervision of the Field Project Manager/Field Supervisor and will assist in the completion of a project. We are looking for a groundwater sampling technician to join our team. You will be responsible for collecting groundwater samples from various sites using field equipment and other collection instruments. All travel to/from your home airport and the project is covered (baggage fees can be expensed). Competitive benefits package, including 401K and partial company match. Additional annual reimbursement for maintaining certain professional licenses or a drone pilot’s license. Paid training and tuition reimbursement plus paid continuing education opportunities. Live anywhere in the continental United States and travel (95?100%) to various sites all over the country. An exciting way to build a career with Clean Harbors using this role as a steppingstone to work through the chain of the Remediation team and ultimately into a Project Manager position while gaining the necessary skills and experience to do so. Travel 95-100% required: This position will travel 6 weeks on the road and 1-week home paid. Location: Philadelphia preferred but also: Texas, Georgia, Florida, Arkansas, Tennessee, Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma Pay: $25 an HR, OT and per diem available 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 Key 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; Accurately and completely document site activities including cost tracking, worksheets, waste shipping logs, manifest management, health and safety, documentation of meetings and conference calls and other paperwork via laptop or mobile device; Work in field with hands on labor alongside crew and Project Manager/Field Service Supervisor; Travel to different project locations including Wastewater Treatment plants, soil remediation locations, and more; Reading and understanding of project documents and contracts; Will gain 40-hour Hazwoper, OSHA 10 and possibly more certifications through the company; Learn to calibrate air monitoring meters and associated Health & Safety equipment; Work on project financial tracking and assist in various project administrative functions, including generation of required reports, etc.; Ordering and receiving supplies for projects; Possibly operate some heavy equipment. QUALIFICATIONS What does it take to work for Clean Harbors? High School Diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Engineering required; Be safety orientated and have a commitment to safety; Willing to do manual labor; Willing to work outside in all kinds of weather, utilizing prescribed Personal Protective Equipment; Valid DL and clean MVR required; Should have working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and professional level written / oral communication skills. Civil Engineering / construction / survey experience a plus. 40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. 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. Join our safety focused team today. To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at https://careers.cleanharbors.com/ . Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of any other federal, state/provincial or local protected class. 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 and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company. *CH LI-SE1

Keywords: Clean Harbors, Lower Merion , Field Inspector, Engineering , Elkins Park, Pennsylvania