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Republic Services Environmental Services Field Supervisor in Altamont, New York
JOB SUMMARY: The Field Services supervisor manages the work of a small group of technicians responsible for the execution of emergency response and environmental remediation projects in the field and at client sites/facilities. May be required to be the main point of contact in the field on projects and report back to the manager on daily activities and concerns. Ensures that project work scopes are being met in the field with adherence to health and safety standards and regulatory standards. Responsible for health and safety on all aspects of field projects performed by US Ecology and its subcontractors. Reviews field tasks and develops the safety procedures associated with the scope of work and regulatory standards. Assesses and validates all subcontractors have appropriate training and certifications. Ensures all customer specific health and safety procedures are followed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists the project manager in customer service-related work including, but not limited to, scope of work development, safety requirements, waste characterization, shipping, waste profiling and document preparation for field projects. Supervise field work to ensure tasks are being performed safely, compliant, and accurate with the scope of work provided. Work with intercompany purchasing agents to obtain pricing from suppliers/vendors and to help develop project cost budgets. Assist project manager in the creation of purchase orders and tracking of purchase orders. Compile and organize job-related paperwork including health and safety meeting documentation, vendor receipts, manifests/bill of ladings, air-monitoring documentation, and field calibration logs. Work with subcontractors to schedule field work and obtain subcontractor job submittals including training certifications, health and safety plans, and equipment/material procurement. Become knowledgeable with company-owned materials and equipment. Perform regular maintenance on equipment to help keep in good-working order for field project execution. Develop maintenance schedule for all division-owned equipment. Required to drive company-owned vehicles including pickup truck/trailer combination and/or box truck. Assists in the implementation of technical systems or solutions. Work to improve operating capabilities of equipment through training and practice Escalates individual performance feedback, positive and negative, to the direct leader in a timely manner. May substitute for workers during worker absence or to relieve bottlenecks in work congested areas. Performs other, related duties as assigned. These are duties may not be specifically listed in this description, but which are within the general nature typically associated with the employees level of work.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Directly supervises 2 or more employees and contractors as assigned. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES (SKA) Knowledge of personnel management, operations, equipment, waste processing and recycling techniques. Knowledge of receiving, purchasing, work orders, special licenses, and DOT training. Demonstrates, accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail. Must be able to prioritize, stay focused and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.
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