Solid Waste Facility Manager I or II
About The Position
Accomack County is seeking a Solid Waste Facility Manager I or II to manage the operation of one of the County’s Solid Waste facilities and help ensure operations comply with local, state, and federal environmental and health regulations. The role combines technical expertise, hands-on fieldwork, and administrative responsibilities, including supporting landfill permitting, billing, and receipt processing. It also includes managing landfill leachate operations, including operating and maintaining the County’s Leachate Treatment Facility. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and five to nine years of relevant experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Prior supervisory experience, basic Microsoft Office proficiency, experience with mobile platform devices, and a valid driver’s license are also required. Waste Management Facility Operator I and II certifications must be obtained within 18 months of hire. The hiring process includes a background check, medical examination with drug screening, and DMV records checks before employment; DMV records are checked annually thereafter.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Five to nine years of previous experience and/or training that includes heavy equipment operation, maintenance, repair, and managing solid waste operations, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Prior supervisory experience.
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Experience with mobile platform devices.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Waste Management Facility Operator I and II certifications are required within 18 months of hire.
- Satisfactory completion of a background check, medical exam including drug screening, and DMV records checks prior to employment; DMV records checks are performed annually thereafter.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or higher and/or vocational/technical certification in maintenance and repair or medium or heavy equipment operation.
- Ten or more years of previous experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Waste Management Facility Operator License (Class I & II).
Responsibilities
- Manage the operation of one of the County’s Solid Waste facilities.
- Ensure compliance with environmental and health regulations.
- Provide technical guidance and regulatory support.
- Assist with environmental inspections and groundwater remediation.
- Conduct staff training on regulatory and operational requirements.
- Support landfill permitting, billing, and receipt processing.
- Manage landfill leachate operations, including operating and maintaining the County’s Leachate Treatment Facility.
Benefits
- Benefits are offered; specific benefits are not listed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
