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Form of workRepublic Services is a leader in Environmental Services, partnering with customers to create a more sustainable world.
We are Sustainability in Action — our promise to be environmentally responsible and to help our customers be environmentally responsible too.
Why choose Republic?
Joining Republic isn’t just about taking on a new job, it’s about making a commitment to create a more sustainable world together. Our people provide an essential service, serving and impacting customers, neighborhoods, and communities everywhere.
As a company, we are proud of our values and encourage those who share in our aspirations to join our team:
- We protect our colleagues and communities through safe practices everywhere, every day.
- We are committed to serving our customers and communities by going above and beyond to exceed expectations.
- We take action to improve neighborhoods and communities by being environmentally responsible and creating a more sustainable world.
- We are driven to deliver results in the right way.
- We encourage a human centered culture that honors the unique potential and dignity of every person.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Manager, Special Waste has a principal responsibility for managing internal and external customers to ensure Republic Services facilities remain in compliance with waste acceptance regulations and company standards. The Manager will coordinate the efforts of the Special Waste approvals team and the Special Waste sales organization to only accept non-hazardous waste that will not impact landfill operations. The Manager, Special Waste also must oversee the Waste Approvals Plan; coordinate the review of generator waste profiles; communicate with field sales, environmental and operations staff; and advise customers on technical issues relating to waste disposal.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assures that Republic Services facilities do not accept wastes that are defined as hazardous by Federal, State, or local regulations, outside of the scope of the site’s operating permit, or poses a threat to human health or the environment.
Partners with operations and/or sales to develop solutions for achieving business and compliance goals.
Supports the implementation, training and facilitation of initiatives and development of productivity goals and monitor and report on the effectiveness of processes.
Responsible for leading routine alignment meetings between approvals team and sales team.
Responsible for the development and implementation of the Waste Approvals Program and supporting procedures including training.
Manages the Special Waste approvals team responsible for performing technical reviews of environmental data, including Generator Waste Profile Sheets.
Keeps current on Federal, State, and local regulations pertaining to solid waste, industrial and hazardous waste.
Provides support to sales, operations personnel and customers on technical and regulatory issues related to the acceptance of Special Waste.
Implements process controls and training for Enhanced Asset Protection waste approvals program.
Monitor and validate that waste approval processes are conducted within established company guidelines.
Participates in strategic planning to sustain and grow programs and services.
Liaison with IT to facilitate changes and improvements related to administering the electronic profiling, manifesting and customer interface.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Extensive solid waste, industrial, and/or hazardous waste regulations experience.
Management of customer service-oriented business or technical sales experience.
Knowledge of Environmental Regulations.
Working knowledge of chemical compounds and strong knowledge of chemistry.
Ability to analyze environmental laboratory data and compare data to Federal, State, and/or permitted waste acceptance standards.
Knowledge of state and local Special Waste regulations
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to communicate professionally with internal and external customers.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
Strong management and organizational skills.
Limited travel is required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
6 years of experience in solid waste, hazardous waste, environmental laboratory data, or other appropriate environmental field.
Rewarding Compensation and Benefits
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount programs.
- Retirement plan with a generous company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
