Landfill Leachate System Manager

Rumpke is a family owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

The Landfill Leachate System Manager is to serve as the technical support for the facilities they have been assigned. This support takes many forms, including identification and assistance with the resolution of compliance issues, management of technical consultants, technical liaison with regulatory agencies, assist in preparation and management of permits, management of technical aspects of construction activities from RFP preparation through certification of the work, investigation and research of treatment technologies/options, and the review and evaluation of disposal options.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Develop a working knowledge of the site. This should include physical features of the site, such as the existing gas condensate management system, storm water, leachate system, etc.
• Develop a working knowledge of the sites' permits. The knowledge should include industrial discharge, groundwater, surface water, solid waste, and air permits.
• Develop a rapport with the existing leachate partners and regulatory agencies for the sites.
• Identify areas for improvement of disposal costs through better disposal locations/options, pretreatment options, PTOW partnerships, or handling/segregation not previously identified.
• Identify environmental issues with the site and work with the site engineer, site manager and site team to develop solutions.
• As appropriate, prepare RFPs, perform bid evaluations, and serve as project manager of technical contracts. Project management responsibilities will include administering the contract and managing the budget and schedule for the activities.
• In coordination with the site engineer and site manager, develop and maintain a five-year schedule for the facility. The schedule should include expansion/closure activities, construction activities, and significant compliance activities.
• In coordination with the site engineer and site management, manage environmental submittals to achieve zero administrative (on-time, complete) violations.
• Working with the site engineer and site manager to determine projects required for the next fiscal year and review with the appropriate RVP by August 1.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
• Ability to follow all department rules, procedures, and instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and take responsibility.
• Ability to take directions from multiple sources and prioritize accordingly.
• Additional skills may be required to perform task(s) specific to work location, department, or line of business.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft O365 (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Physical Requirements in a Regular workday:

• Continuously lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 10lbs. Occasionally up to 20lbs.
• Occasionally working outside in changing temperature, wet/humid conditions.
• Occasionally working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, other airborne matter.
• Continuously sitting/standing/walking in office environment.

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Exposure to residential and commercial waste.
• Ability to travel between offices, as required.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Valid driver's license (if applicable).
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke's policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.