Environmental Emergency Response Supervisor

Ponder Environmental Services, Inc.; Benicia (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay

Job summary

Ponder Environmental Services, Inc. seeks an experienced Environmental Emergency Response Supervisor to lead field crews and manage emergency operations across Northern and Central California.

The role demands strong leadership, technical know-how, and the ability to perform under pressure while ensuring safe, efficient project execution. You will supervise crews, operate specialized equipment, and ensure compliance with safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five years of related emergency response or environmental services experience.
• Current 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, and mentor field personnel.
• Lead emergency response and cleanup operations.
• Operate and maintain heavy equipment, field gear, pumps, and other specialized equipment.
• Troubleshoot and perform equipment repairs.
• Complete company and customer documentation accurately.
• Ensure all safety procedures are followed; report incidents promptly.
• Maintain communication with clients, dispatch, and operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety-minded

Technical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Equipment knowledge

PPE

Hazardous materials

Job description

Ponder Environmental Services provides on-call emergency response and environmental services throughout Northern and Central California, including spill response, tank cleaning, vacuum truck services, hazmat cleanup, confined space rescue, and more.

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Emergency Response Supervisor to lead field crews, oversee emergency operations, and ensure safe, efficient project execution. This role requires strong leadership, technical knowledge, and the ability to perform in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

What you’ll do:

• Supervise, train, and mentor field personnel.
• Lead emergency response and cleanup operations.
• Operate and maintain heavy equipment, field gear, pumps, and other specialized equipment.
• Troubleshoot and perform equipment repairs.
• Complete company and customer documentation accurately.
• Ensure all safety procedures are followed; report incidents promptly.
• Maintain communication with clients, dispatch, and operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Calm, confident leadership under pressure.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Safety-focused mindset.
• Technical knowledge of equipment, PPE, confined space entry, and hazardous materials.
• Ability to adapt quickly in dynamic field conditions.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of five years of related experience and/or training in emergency response, environmental services, or similar field.
• Experience with respiratory protection equipment, chemical hazards, and hazardous waste site clean-up.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.

What Ponder Offers

We value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Hourly Rate Range: $40.00 - $45.00
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ponder Environmental Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and make employment decisions based on qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status.