Operations Manager - HAZMAT Emergency Response

Clean Harbors•Auburn, ME
•Onsite

About The Position

Clean Harbors is seeking a Field Service Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day and field-related operations of its Auburn, Maine facility. The role emphasizes safety, productivity, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction, and requires industry and logistics experience along with strong administrative skills. The manager supervises, trains, and mentors field supervisors and technicians; oversees projects ranging from small to large and technically complex; and builds relationships with key customers. The position also requires new hires to attend a weeklong, paid Academy training out of state, with expenses covered by the company.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • At least 3 years of environmental field service operations experience or related experience.
  • Strong environmental remediation background and experience.
  • Strong understanding of equipment operations.
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
  • Cost estimating and computer experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of remedial technologies.
  • P&L or budget experience.
  • OSHA training and experience.

Nice To Haves

  • Associate or bachelor's degree.
  • Emergency response supervisor training and/or Marine Spill Response training.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure health and safety is the top priority by complying with safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting safely at all times.
  • Emphasize productivity, health and safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction.
  • Ensure each project has an operating plan and that personnel follow it.
  • Provide onsite supervision, training, and mentoring to supervisors and technicians.
  • Provide the General Manager with input regarding performance evaluations for employees under the position's direct supervision.
  • Manage and oversee projects involving waste site cleanup and construction, building and equipment decontamination, and demolition.
  • Develop relationships with key customers and understand their issues as an agent of the business.
  • Enforce health and safety policies and procedures; work with the Director of Health and Safety and VP of Site Services to resolve issues appropriately and promptly.
  • Perform other duties and tasks assigned by management or required by the needs of the business.

Benefits

  • Health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment.
  • Group 401(k) with company matching.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Company-paid training, including paid Academy training with covered expenses.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Positive and safe work environments.
  • Opportunities for growth and development throughout a career.
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