Ops Lead

Republic Services; Lincoln; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Ontario is seeking an Operations Lead to oversee waste handling activities. The role includes ensuring safety, coordinating operations personnel, and managing compliance with regulations. Candidates should have experience in personnel management and waste processing techniques. This position offers a competitive salary range from $29.30 to $40.32 per hour and comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 2 or more years of related experience required.
• Valid driver’s license may be necessary for some positions.
• Special licenses or certificates might be required for specific roles.

Responsibilities

• Designate duties and provide direction for waste handling activities.
• Ensure plant and personnel safety by enforcing procedures.
• Coordinate with vendors and treatment facilities.
• Collect and analyze waste samples for processing.

Skills

Knowledge of personnel management

Operations management

Waste processing techniques

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritize and multitask

Job description

Position Summary

POSITION SUMMARY: The Ops Lead designates duties and provides direction for awork shift, project or crew for waste handling activities – including the sampling, analysis processing, documentation and disposition – which are received at or shipped from the facility. The Operations Lead ensures plant and personnel safety by enforcing safety procedures and providing training as required by plant management.

Responsibilities

• Assists supervisors in coordinating the activities of operations personnel.
• Oversees inventory compliance and the maintenance of supplies.
• Coordinates with vendors, transporters, and treatment facilities.
• Provides for housekeeping of all waste handling/processing areas of the plant and ensures the proper storage and handling of process chemicals.
• Directs off-loading operations for receipt of materials into the facility's storage and waste processing systems.
• Ensures the safe, effective treatment of wastes by providing: collection and analysis of waste samples from inbound trucks, and the treatment simulation of truck samples.
• Makes decisions consistent with waste profile data and facility operating permits.
• Determines batch clearance approvals for filtering of effluent.
• Collects post-treatment samples wastes to determine suitability for ultimate disposition of bulk quantities of treated waste.
• Notifies appropriate facility personnel of any maintenance requirements for plant and transportation equipment.
• Reviews and signs RCRA manifests.
• Ensures that all personnel abide by all safety rules and procedures.
• Trains facility personnel relating to processing procedures.
• Escalates individual performance feedback, positive and negative, to the direct leader in a timely manner.
• May substitute for workers during worker absence or to relieve bottlenecks in work congested areas.
• Participates directly in emergency response operations relating to activities conducted at the facility's site and transportation activities, both on and off-site, which involve the facility's equipment and personnel.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of personnel management, operations, equipment, waste processing and recycling techniques.
• Knowledge of receiving, purchasing, work orders, special licenses, and DOT training.
• Demonstrates, accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Must be able to prioritize, stay focused and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.
• A valid driver’s license may be required for some positions.
• A special license – such as CDL – or certificate may be required for some positions.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 or more years of related experience.

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is $29.30 to $40.32* which reflects the minimum wage in multiple jurisdictions. The actual range will depend on the locality in which you are hired.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Disclaimers / Employment statements

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Republic Services complies with federal and provincial disability laws and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with a disability who need assistance with the application or interview process. If you require an accommodation, please contact us at 855-444-4079 or [e-mail].

About the Company

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.

Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.

Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 41,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.

Values

• Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
• Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
• Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment.
• Driven: We deliver results in the right way.
• Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.