Hazardous Waste Operations Manager – Safety & Efficiency

WM; Goldendale (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Stock Purchase Plan

401(k) Matching

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Personal Days

Job summary

WM is seeking a capable operations leader to manage a hazardous waste disposal facility in a 24/7 setting, focusing on safety and environmental compliance while maximizing productivity and reducing costs. The role requires coordinating emergency responses, overseeing staff, budgets, and maintenance to ensure efficient, compliant operations.

Key duties include tracking waste volumes, maintaining community liaison, and ensuring regulatory adherence under WM’s standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with 4 years relevant experience.
• 4 years of relevant work experience.
• 7 years of relevant work experience.
• New Employee Orientation (1 time) Upon Hire and
• Basic Fire Fighting Upon Hire and
• Emergency SIMLT/EVAC Drills Upon Hire and
• Contingency Plan Upon Hire and
• Personal Protective Equipment Upon Hire and
• Advanced P.P.E/SCBA Upon Hire and
• Waste Analysis Plan Upon Hire and
• First Aid Upon Hire and
• C.P.R. Upon Hire and
• Casualty Control Upon Hire and
• Spill Response Upon Hire and
• Combustible Gas/Oxygen Testing Upon Hire and
• Toxic Gas Testing Upon Hire and
• Safety Shoes Upon Hire and
• Safety Glasses Upon Hire and
• Sign In/out Gate Attendant Upon Hire and
• Respiratory Protection Upon Hire and
• Fire Protection Plan Upon Hire and
• Emergency Coordinator Upon Hire and
• Environmental Compliance Upon Hire and
• RCRA Inspections Upon Hire and
• Incident Reporting Upon Hire and
• Sampling Protocols Operations Upon Hire and
• Manifest/Incoming Shipments Upon Hire and
• Manifest/Outgoing Shipments Upon Hire and
• Trans of DOT Haz Material Upon Hire and
• DOT Classification/Haz Mat Table Upon Hire and
• DOT Hazardous Material Security Training Upon Hire and
• Hazard Communication Upon Hire and
• Hearing Conservation Upon Hire and
• Heat & Cold Stress Training Upon Hire and
• Lockout/Tagout Upon Hire and
• Hotwork/Welding Upon Hire and
• Forklift Operation Upon Hire
• Linebreaking Upon Hire and
• Confined Space Entry Upon Hire and
• Grounding and Bonding Equipment Upon Hire and
• Blood Born Pathogens Upon Hire and
• Vickery Safety Policies Upon Hire and
• Receipt Control Upon Hire and
• OSHA 40 Hour (1 time) Upon Hire and
• OSHA 8 Hour Refresher Upon Hire and
• Boiler Chemicals and Boiler Start-Up/Operations Upon Hire and
• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Upon Hire and
• Confined Space/Emergency Response Drill Upon Hire

Responsibilities

• Ensure 24/7 operation of the hazardous waste disposal facility.
• Minimize costs while maintaining safety and compliance.
• Reduce turnaround time for trucks in and out of site.
• Accurately track waste volume and weight.
• Coordinate emergency response operations as Emergency Coordinator.
• Manage all purchased materials inventory.
• Oversee department personnel and training.
• Assist in the budget process and maintenance programs.

Skills

Emergency Response

Regulatory Compliance

Budgeting

Team Leadership

Training & Development

Safety Programs

Waste Management

Permitting

Education

Bachelor's Degree (accredited)

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

WM is seeking a capable operations leader to manage a hazardous waste disposal facility in a 24/7 setting, focusing on safety and environmental compliance while maximizing productivity and reducing costs. The role requires coordinating emergency responses, overseeing staff, budgets, and maintenance to ensure efficient, compliant operations.

Key duties include tracking waste volumes, maintaining community liaison, and ensuring regulatory adherence under WM’s standards.