Technical Services Branch Ops Leader

Patriot Environmental Services; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

Wellness Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The Patriot Environmental Services Technical Services Branch Operations Manager leads branch operations to maintain a safe, customer‑focused, and financially effective work environment across assigned locations. You will oversee budgets, equipment, staff development, compliance, and growth initiatives.

The role requires at least 5 years in operations, a valid driver’s license, leadership in environmental remediation or hazardous waste, and the ability to travel 15–50% within the region.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and at least 5 years of experience in operations.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a DMV/MVR printout meeting standards.
• Leadership experience in environmental remediation or hazardous waste.
• Experience leading safety programs.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local hazardous waste and safety regulations.
• Experience in reporting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Experience identifying operational issues and implementing improvements.
• Experience delivering customer service and evaluating customer satisfaction.
• Experience communicating verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain the branch safety culture and model safe work practices.
• Direct and optimize overall operations within the assigned geographic area.
• Ensure employees operate in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor work practices, staffing, and duties to promote safe and efficient operations.
• Review operational reports and provide input on problems, compliance, and safety.
• Monitor branch performance with emphasis on safety and environmental matters and implement solutions.
• Conduct periodic field visits to evaluate progress and inspect equipment and team performance.
• Collaborate with Area Management and EHS to monitor safety statistics and reporting.
• Market company services, identify growth opportunities, and maintain relationships with customers.
• Prepare the annual budget based on projections and fleet needs.
• Enforce cost controls and operational efficiencies to support financial targets.
• Plan, organize, direct, and control major maintenance activities and AFEs.
• Monitor inventory updates and purchasing to support cost effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with equipment and personnel training certification requirements.
• Identify and communicate potential growth opportunities and provide leadership to the team.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting and financial analysis

Safety program leadership

Vendor and customer relations

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

ICS 100, 200, and 700 training

HAZWOPER 40-hour certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Patriot Environmental Services Technical Services Branch Operations Manager leads branch operations to maintain a safe, customer‑focused, and financially effective work environment across assigned locations. You will oversee budgets, equipment, staff development, compliance, and growth initiatives.

The role requires at least 5 years in operations, a valid driver’s license, leadership in environmental remediation or hazardous waste, and the ability to travel 15–50% within the region.