General Manager Hauling MC

Republic Services; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 176,000 - 242,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Dental and vision plans

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a General Manager to lead a Business Unit with full P&L ownership. You will direct operations, sales, finance, HR and safety teams, driving market strategy and budget achievement. The role requires travel up to 30% and strong leadership across multiple sites and business lines.

The position emphasizes operational excellence, stakeholder engagement, and change management to sustain growth and profitability within the environmental services sector.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of progressive leadership and management responsibility.
• 3+ years of P&L experience.
• Experience in environmental services industry and Fortune 500 exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic plans and tactical initiatives within the BU.
• Drive commercial and municipal sales efforts to achieve growth.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance and ethical standards.
• Manage profitability and budget performance across sites.
• Develop talent and maintain strong community/government relationships.

Skills

Business acumen

Change management

Staff leadership

Sales leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

3+ years leadership & management experience

P&L experience

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The General Manager is responsible for leading one of the Company’s Business Units which includes full profit loss responsibility for all facets of the operation. Working in a matrix management environment, the position manages an infrastructure team comprised of division-level managers, including Operations, Fleet Management, Sales, Finance, Human Resources, Safety and Environmental Compliance, and Environmental Engineering, who support the total operation of the Business Unit. The General Manager executes a local market strategy that complements the Area’s overall strategic operating and marketing plans and implements tactical initiatives to drive functional excellence and budget achievement. The General Manager manages all matters related to collection and/or post-collections operations (transfer stations, landfills, recycling centers and/or complexes); represents the Company to customers, vendors and municipal customers and other external stakeholders; oversees effective safety and accident prevention programs and leads all operations to ensure compliance with standards; and drives change management initiatives to introduce and sustain new processes that contribute to the growth and durability of the Business Unit

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Implements and executes plans to complement the Area’s strategic operating plan; champions the execution of the strategic plan and tactical initiatives within the Business Unit, including but not limited to operating safely, enhancing customer experience, improving efficiency and maximizing profitability. Works with Area and Region sales management to drive the commercial, industrial, residential and municipal sales efforts within the Business Unit to achieve targeted growth objectives, exceed customer experience expectations and optimize profitability. Oversees effective safety and accident prevention programs to ensure all reasonable action are taken to prevent accidents and injuries; ensures a safe and productive work environment for all employees. Leads operations to ensure compliance with all standards including environmental, operating, regulatory, safety, accounting and ethics. Manages performance and talent development. Builds and maintains strong and effective relations with relevant government, community and environmental groups. This position may require travel by air, car and/or other modes of transportation up to 30% of the time. Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

QUALIFICATIONS

Demonstrated business acumen, strategic thinking and an ability to execute against formulated strategy. Ability to lead large scale change initiatives. Ability to direct large staff of functional experts to execute the corporate strategy. Ability to build strong sales teams; select best candidates, coach and develop the best talent. Process-oriented and results-oriented in setting and pursuing aggressive goals, demonstrating a strong commitment to organizational success and marshaling resources to accomplish goals and objectives. Problem-solving, analytical, critical-thinking and decision-making skills. Ability to optimize near-term results that contribute to long-term sustainable success. Collaborative; builds and works with teams. Creative thinker who challenges conventional solutions. Demonstrates and promotes ethical behavior. Ability to manage an extended span of control, with multiple sites and multiple business lines (e.g., hauling, landfills, recycling, new business. Previous experience in the environmental services industry. Previous employment by a Fortune 500 company. Experience in labor relations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or G.E.D. Minimum of 3 years of progressive leadership and management responsibility. Minimum of 3 years of P & L experience.

PAY RANGE

Pay Range: The pay range for this position is $176,300.00 to $242,450.00* which reflects the minimum wage in multiple jurisdictions. The actual range will depend on the locality in which you are hired.

Bonus Plan Details (if applicable)

Bonus - Annual Incentive Plan Target, 45% Annual Rewarding Compensation and Benefits Eligible employees can elect to participate in:

• 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)
• Benefits https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits

EEO STATEMENT

Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.

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 2025, Republic’s total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 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 42,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.

Our company values guide our daily actions: 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. We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 5.1 million people in 2024 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.

RECENT RECOGNITION

Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies CDP Discloser Dow Jones Best-In-Class Indices Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies Great Place to Work Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global Job Posting End Date 11-15-2026

WHY WORK WITH US

Republic Services is a place where your effort is always appreciated and your teammates always have your back. When you give us your best, we give you ours. We’re constantly investing in new tools and technology that allow you to do your job safely and effectively. We offer plenty of opportunities to learn and grow within your role. And when we say “Sustainability in Action,” we mean it. Together, we’re leaving the world better than we found it through the work we do every day.