Field Operations Lead — Environmental Services

Republic Services; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental and vision plans

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking an Operations Lead to drive daily field operations for environmental services projects. The role works hands-on with crews and cross-functional teams, ensuring safe, compliant waste handling and on-site execution of business priorities.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of related field experience, a valid driver's license, and knowledge of safety and regulatory standards. CDL may be required for certain duties, with opportunities to advance within a values-driven,

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of related field or operational experience.
• Valid driver’s license with an MVR per company standards.
• Knowledge of waste handling and safety/regulatory standards.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• CDL or similar license may be required or preferred for some positions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct daily activities to ensure safe, compliant and efficient waste handling operations.
• Support operations leaders by coordinating crews, equipment, materials and schedules to meet operational goals.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures, provide operational training, and escalate performance feedback as appropriate.
• Oversee inventory compliance, supplies, and coordination with vendors, transporters, and treatment facilities.
• Ensure proper housekeeping, storage, and handling of waste, chemicals, and processing areas.
• Direct material receipt and off-loading operations into facility storage and waste processing systems.
• Ensure safe and effective waste treatment, including sampling, analysis, treatment simulations, and post-treatment verification.
• Make operational decisions consistent with waste profile data and facility operating permits, including batch clearance approvals for filtering of effluent.
• Review, complete, and sign required documentation, including RCRA manifests and related regulatory records.
• Collaborate with facility team of any maintenance requirements for transportation equipment.
• Participate in emergency response activities and perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Operational leadership

Safety compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Problem solving

Decision making

Team coordination

Job description

Republic Services is seeking an Operations Lead to drive daily field operations for environmental services projects. The role works hands-on with crews and cross-functional teams, ensuring safe, compliant waste handling and on-site execution of business priorities.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of related field experience, a valid driver's license, and knowledge of safety and regulatory standards. CDL may be required for certain duties, with opportunities to advance within a values-driven,