Emergency Response Operations Lead

Pro Kleen Industrial Services; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and floating holidays

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Job summary

Pro Kleen Industrial Services seeks an Operations Manager to lead the Special Operations Group (SOG) nationwide, directing rapid deployments of personnel, equipment, and resources for emergency response, disaster relief, and wildfire operations.

You will be hands-on in the field, ensuring safe, efficient service, coordinating with logistics and branch leadership, and maintaining strong relationships with customers and partners. Strong leadership and crisis management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of supervisory or management experience leading field teams in emergency response, industrial services, construction, utility support, military operations, or related environments.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively across the United States.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and DOT safety requirements in field operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational and problem‑solving skills under pressure.
• Ability to work 8–12 hour shifts outdoors in varying conditions and wear PPE.

Responsibilities

• Lead Porta Kleen's Special Operations Group (SOG) during wildfire response, disasters, and large-scale recovery efforts.
• Coordinate rapid deployment of personnel, equipment, and resources nationwide.
• Ensure field operations are conducted safely and in line with customer expectations.
• Oversee portable sanitation, water systems, and other critical support services.
• Manage inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs, and equipment readiness.
• Provide field leadership and mentorship to develop staff and promote safety culture.

Skills

Field team leadership

Operational planning

Safety compliance

Stakeholder communication

Emergency response

Logistics coordination

Tools

OSHA knowledge

DOT compliance

Job description

Pro Kleen Industrial Services seeks an Operations Manager to lead the Special Operations Group (SOG) nationwide, directing rapid deployments of personnel, equipment, and resources for emergency response, disaster relief, and wildfire operations.

You will be hands-on in the field, ensuring safe, efficient service, coordinating with logistics and branch leadership, and maintaining strong relationships with customers and partners. Strong leadership and crisis management skills are essential.