HHW Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama.

📋 Description

• Oversee, direct, and facilitate the safe and efficient operation of household hazardous waste programs.

• Engage directly with customers to guarantee effective management of events and collection centers, ensuring contract compliance.

• Organize collections, including transportation logistics, equipment setup, rentals, hotel bookings, staffing, payroll, and recruitment.

• Support customer service by managing customer profiles and Master Drum Lists for shipping documentation.

• Generate draft invoices to streamline customer-service billing processes.

• Address technical inquiries from collection center staff, including during unconventional hours.

• Maintain communication with internal operations and transportation teams.

• Analyze project profitability post-completion.

• Adhere to company policies and procedures.

• Deliver training presentations to clients regarding proper event operations.

• Assist the HHW Business Development Manager with marketing initiatives at trade shows and regional meetings.

• Conduct sales outreach to manufacturing and industrial waste generators during off-peak times.

• Mentor and develop managers, supervisors, and team members through ongoing feedback.

• Perform performance evaluations for direct reports.

• Suggest salary adjustments, promotions, transfers, and terminations.

• Participate in the recruitment and hiring processes for service center employees and drivers.

• Hold regular team meetings to discuss issues, changes, and updates.

• Provide on-the-job training and ensure adherence to training protocols.

• Offer technical support and assist in the development and implementation of technical training content.

• Ensure compliance with personal protective equipment standards.

• Communicate and educate on safety protocols and compliance measures.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Environmental Sciences is preferred.

• Experience in managing or participating in household hazardous waste events is essential.

• Preferred experience in Material Management waste disposal options.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with an environmental services provider is required.

• A CDL Class B license is preferred.

• HAZWOPER 24- or 40-hour certification or the ability to obtain it is necessary.

• Familiarity with applicable regulations and codes relevant to the waste industry is required.

• General knowledge of RCRA and DOT regulations is preferred.

• Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office software suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is necessary.

• Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills are required.

• Ability to devise innovative solutions is essential.

• Must be able to pass a DEA background check when applicable.

• Required to wear company-provided personal protective equipment.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.

• Willingness to travel for weekend projects is necessary.

• Must be able to work 10 to 12 hours during collection events.

• Ability to work in non-climate-controlled environments is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Paid time off policies.

• Health insurance coverage.

• Dental insurance options.

• Vision insurance plans.

• Life insurance benefits.

• Tuition reimbursement program.

• Paid volunteering opportunities.

• Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan starting no later than January 1, 2027.