Field Supervisor

GFL Environmental Inc. • St. Louis, MO

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life! Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE! The position requires that the incumbent be capable of managing and responding to variable field-based expectations. Primarily responsible for ensuring excellence in project execution while maintaining and strengthening positive relationships with customers and contractors working in the office and in the field. Other duties will evolve with capacity requirements and the flow and growth of our business.

Requirements

• Valid Driver's License and comfortable driving a company vehicle for various work-related needs.
• Valid Certification in First Aid/CPR (or willingness to obtain).
• Travel out of state on projects is required.
• Comfort with various software platforms.
• Able to adjust to flexible working schedule based in customer needs (Evenings and Weekends).
• Demonstrated ability to effectively handle unanticipated issues that require urgent decision making.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team effort, and a willingness to be very hands-on.
• Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required.
• Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

Nice To Haves

• Industrial vacuum truck and tank cleaning or industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• HAZWOPER 40 a plus
• Experience coaching and mentoring a high performing team.
• Have a passion for business development and exceptional customer service.
• CDL Preferred.
• Safety background an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the vision and values of the organization.
• Follow all established organizational policies and procedures.
• Promote and participate in a work environment free of workplace harassment and violence.
• Perform work in a safe manner, so as not to endanger oneself or others.
• Reporting workplace hazards, accidents or other occurrences that may pose a risk to the organization or the safety of oneself or others.
• Participate in team/staff meetings when required.
• Working closely and collaboratively with the Branch leadership, actively oversee and the successful execution of projects as assigned.
• Support cost saving development initiatives and delivery process improvements.
• Direct responsibility for leading the crew in the field, requesting equipment, and related resources, coordinating the overall flow of site activity, and proactively updating issues with those who need to know.
• Adapt to changing project and customer circumstances by developing workable and cost-effective contingency plans that respect overall project guidelines and contribute to planned outcomes.
• Strengthen relationships with customers and business (sub) contractors.
• Troubleshooting, problem solving, and effective communication are key success factors in sustaining relationships within the project work environment. Identify worksite issues to be resolved through site surveys for potential locations.
• Ensure the highest degree of compliance with standards and regulations related to Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental legislation in all phases of project activity.
• Actively contribute as required to ensure that projects maintain forward momentum. This will require a high degree of hands-on versatility with the ability to supervise work and operate equipment at job sites, consult with customers and execute contingency plans in a timely manner, and secure replacement or additional resources on jobs.
• As capacity and business flow may dictate, assist Operations or other departments within the business through support with project management, quality control or process audits, or additional related and complementary duties.
• Work in a manner that preserves confidentiality and minimizes risk.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off
• 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program
• 401(k) with an employer match
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed