Operations Lead - ES

Republic Services • Sacramento, CA

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About The Position

The Operations Lead is a hands-on role working alongside the team and cross-functional teams to lead daily field operations for environmental services projects. The role oversees crews, coordinates resources, and drives operational performance while maintaining strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards. The Operations Lead is the primary on-site leader responsible for translating business priorities into execution.

Requirements

• Knowledge of environmental operations, waste handling and processing, recycling techniques, and safety and regulatory standards.
• Strong operational judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of receiving, purchasing, work orders, special licenses, and DOT training.
• Accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize, stay focused, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• 2–4 years of related field or operational experience.
• Valid driver’s license with an MVR that complies with company standards.

Nice To Haves

• A special license, such as a CDL, or a certificate may be required or preferred for some positions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct daily work activities to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient waste handling operations.
• Coordinate crews, equipment, materials, and schedules to support operational goals.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures, provide operational training, and escalate performance feedback as appropriate.
• Oversee inventory compliance and supplies, and coordinate with vendors, transporters, and treatment facilities.
• Ensure proper housekeeping, storage, and handling of waste, chemicals, and processing areas.
• Direct material receipt and off-loading operations into facility storage and waste processing systems.
• Ensure safe and effective waste treatment, including sampling, analysis, treatment simulations, and post-treatment verification.
• Make operational decisions consistent with waste profile data and facility operating permits, including batch clearance approvals for effluent filtering.
• Review, complete, and sign required documentation, including RCRA manifests and related regulatory records.
• Collaborate with facility staff regarding maintenance requirements for transportation equipment.
• Participate in emergency response activities and perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage
• Dental plans
• Vision coverage
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount programs
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

What This Job Offers

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