Debris Operations Manager - Santa Clarita, CA

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a team that makes a real difference? Do you want to be part of a collaborative team that protects and strengthens communities and businesses? If you are looking for all these opportunities and more, then Witt O'Brien's is the right fit for you.
Position Summary
We are a growing consulting firm in need of a reliable and talented Operations Manager. Your work as an Operations Manager will make a real difference as you support the Response Team with various tasks. Your work will directly impact our ability to help our clients and communities respond and recover after a storm, enabling us to successfully initiate and deliver projects, and rapidly respond to our clients' needs by having boots on the ground immediately after disaster strikes.
We are looking for a self-motivated, responsible, and confident individual with a commitment to integrity and the ability to prioritize multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively with minimal supervision. If this sounds like you, then you have found the right fit in Witt O'Brien's.
Position Details

• Reports to: Debris Project Manager
• Location:Santa Clarita, CA
• Position Type: On-Call
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Pay: Hourly
• Compensation: Commensurate with experience
• Travel Requirements: In Local Area Daily

Essential Job Functions

• Act courteously, respectfully, and professionally with Residents, Contractors, County or City officials, fellow employees, and managerial personnel.
• Report to work on time at designated area and check in with Supervisor.
• Coordinate and conduct daily safety briefing with all WOB personnel.
• Manage and coordinate all field operations.
• Coordinate truck certification process with hauling contractor.
• Coordinate schedules and assignments with debris removal contractors.
• Monitor and regulate staffing levels.
• Assign monitoring crews to work locations.
• Implement Quality Control system.
• Provide oversight and training of all monitors and supervisory staff.
• Liaison with debris removal contractors.
• Assist in an advisory capacity for eligibility review and determination on debris issues in the field.
• Assist in determining environmental considerations and compliance.
• Provide staffing support for file management and data collection and analysis of Debris Operations.
• Coordinate Right of Entry, Demolition and Private Property Debris Removal Programs.
• Ensure daily that all paperwork and documentation is complete and correct.
• Send all daily totals to the PM for daily SitRep.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1 to 2 years of experience as an Operations Manager.
• Ability to always follow safety protocols and work instructions.
• Ability to pass a drug screen, motor vehicle, and criminal background check.
• Must have valid Drivers License (not suspended) and active auto insurance
• Ability to work up to 75-80 hours per week as needed during response period, including weekends.
• Ability to work in high degree temperatures with high humidly for long periods during the day.
• Possess a cellular phone with charger.
• Positive, friendly, courteous customer and client skills.
• Strong leadership skills and proven great teamwork engagement.

Job Description and Hiring Disclaimer
This position description incorporates the core responsibilities of the job. It recognizes that other related duties not specifically mentioned might also be performed, and that not all responsibilities may be carried out depending on operational needs.
The hiring department will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate.
Commitment to Diversity

• Witt O'Brien's is always looking for the most qualified and experienced professionals with a passion for public safety, emergency management, homeland security, disaster response, and continuity of operations.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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