Manager, Operations - Hazardous Waste

WM; The Dalles (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Stock purchase plan

401(k)

Paid vacation and holidays

Personal days

Job summary

WM is seeking a leader to manage the hazardous waste disposal facility, ensuring day-to-day operations meet safety and environmental standards. The role emphasizes continuous operation, cost control, and efficient truck throughput while tracking waste volumes and coordinating community relations when needed.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, extensive experience in hazardous waste management, and proven training in emergency response and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant work experience beyond education.
• Formal emergency response and safety training listed in job duties.
• Experience coordinating safety, environmental and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure 24/7 operation of the hazardous waste disposal facility.
• Minimize costs while maintaining safety and compliance.
• Reduce truck turnaround time on site and track waste volumes.
• Coordinate emergency response operations as needed.
• Oversee department staffing, training, and performance reviews.

Skills

Bachelor's Degree

4 years experience

7 years experience

Emergency response

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree (accredited)

Job description

I. Job Summary

Ensures the highest standards of environmental safety and operational excellence by effectively managing the day-to-day operations of the hazardous waste disposal facility.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures smooth 24 hour, 7 day per week operation of the hazardous waste disposal facility.

• Minimizes operational costs while maximizing productivity and maintaining safety and environmental compliance.

• Continually works to reduce turnaround time for trucks in and out of site.

• Accurately tracks waste volume and weight.

• Acts as a liaison, where necessary, for community relationships.

• Actively monitors ongoing permitting issues.

• Coordinate emergency response operations (as Emergency Coordinator) in case of an incident or spill.

• Complies with and ensures adherence to WM’s Mission to Zero standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.

• Manage all purchased materials inventory to ensure adequate supplies are available at all times without excessive inventory costs.

• Oversees personnel needs of the department including selecting, coaching, and training employees and evaluating employee performance. Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.

• Assists in the budget process as required.

• Ensures the cleanliness and maintenance of the physical property of the hazardous waste disposal facility through inspections and preventive maintenance programs with supervisors/employees.

• Conducts and/or attends and contributes to periodic safety meetings to maintain favorable working relationships among employees and promote maximum morale, productivity, and efficiency.

• Provides training and presentations as needed in a positive and professional manner.

• Updates and submits required reports in a timely manner.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree,

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience.

• 7 years of relevant word experience (in addition to education requirement).

• 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 and

• 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

B. Preferred Qualifications

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Repetitive Motions

• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

• Sitting

• Talking

• Hearing

Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

Pay : The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $74,580 - $95,150per year. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

V. Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran