Field Operations Supervisor

Veolia Environnement SA; Azusa (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Veolia North America is seeking a field operations supervisor to oversee hazardous waste handling, labeling, manifesting and shipping from client sites to disposal centers. The role ensures DOT/EPA compliance and safe, efficient transport of materials.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 2–4 years in hazardous waste, and supervisory skills. CDL and HAZWOPER training are expected. On-site work in CA, with comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• 2 to 4 years of hazardous waste experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads teams in packing, labeling, manifesting and shipping hazardous waste from the customer site to disposal centers.
• Ensure compliance with all DOT/EPA and company regulations in paperwork and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to increase value-added services and maintain professional communications with customers.
• Know disposal site capabilities and coordinate efficient disposal and storage of waste materials.
• Ensure completion of required training (DOT, OSHA, etc.) and update refresher courses.
• Operate and maintain equipment to complete projects efficiently and safely.
• Assist in training lower level field personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Leadership

Contract terms knowledge

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Position Purpose:

Responsible for overseeing the field operations activities and coordinating the day-to-day job activities of the team. This position provides transportation and disposal services to our clients. Responsibilities include manifesting, packaging, spill clean-up response and remedial activities, labeling, loading, off loading & coordinating transportation, and sampling/profiling material while adhering to state and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations. Provides training and guidance to others. Assists in preparing projects estimates

Primary Duties /Responsibilities:

• Leads teams in the packing, labeling, manifesting and shipping hazardous waste from the customer(s) site to appropriate disposal centers.
• Comply and enforce all compliance, health and safety, and procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Recognize and act on opportunities to increase value added services to customers. Maintain professional & courteous communications with internal and external customers on a daily basis.
• Knowledge of disposal site capabilities and limitations prior to shipping waste materials in ensure efficient disbursement and storage.
• Ensure completion and accuracy of all DOT/EPA and VES-TS regulations required in submitting paperwork to expedite the disposal of hazardous waste materials.
• Complete all mandatory training courses as required by OSHA as well as update refresher courses instituted by the company.
• Operate and maintain all equipment in a professional manner to ensure optimum efficiency and effectiveness to complete project(s) in a timely manner.
• Assists in the training of lower level field personnel
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience required
• 2 to 4 years of hazardous waste experience required
• Supervisory experience preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Computer proficiency
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines
• Knowledge and understanding of contract terms and possess the ability to follow through to completion.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills

Required Certification / Licenses / Training:

• Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
• 40-hour HAZWOPER Training

Additional Information

Pay Range:$30.00 to $35.00 per hour

Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.