Lead Chemical Cleaning Supervisor

Vecta Environmental Services, LLC; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vecta Environmental Services, LLC is seeking a Chemical Services Supervisor to lead chemical cleaning and decontamination projects in the field. You will serve as a technical expert and crew leader, ensuring safety, efficiency, and alignment with project specs.

You will oversee daily field activities, direct equipment setups, monitor KPIs, and maintain high safety and quality standards while engaging clients on-site and driving teamwork and accountability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years in industrial chemical cleaning, refinery operations, or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience leading or supervising field crews.
• Strong communication and decision-making skills in fast-paced environments.
• Understanding of chemical circulation systems, flow dynamics, and industrial cleaning processes.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, work at heights, and perform duties in outdoor industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a crew of Operators and Technicians.
• Provide hands-on training to ensure understanding of technical scope, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Plan, assign, and oversee daily field activities.
• Direct setup and operation of chemical circulation systems, pumps, hoses, and temporary piping.
• Ensure proper system parameters (flow rates, pressures, temperatures) are maintained to meet project KPIs.
• Lead daily Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), safety meetings, and safety stand-downs.
• Enforce all OSHA, company, and client safety standards.
• Maintain Stop Work Authority and act as the final on-site decision-maker for safety compliance.
• Monitor crew productivity, equipment usage, and job progress to meet timelines.
• Ensure work is completed efficiently without compromising quality or safety.
• Identify and resolve operational challenges in real time.
• Ensure proper allocation of personnel, equipment, chemicals, and PPE.
• Coordinate with Operations Management to address staffing, equipment, or scheduling needs.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with pumps, valves, heating units, and circulation systems.
• Provide technical guidance to crew members in the field.
• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for clients.
• Lead job walk-throughs, provide updates, and ensure work meets or exceeds expectations.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety leadership

Field supervision

Technical knowledge

Communication

Tools

Pumps

Circulation systems

Safety equipment

Job description

Vecta Environmental Services, LLC is seeking a Chemical Services Supervisor to lead chemical cleaning and decontamination projects in the field. You will serve as a technical expert and crew leader, ensuring safety, efficiency, and alignment with project specs.

You will oversee daily field activities, direct equipment setups, monitor KPIs, and maintain high safety and quality standards while engaging clients on-site and driving teamwork and accountability.