Waste Management Simi Valley , CA 93062
Posted 1 week ago
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I. Job Summary
The Disposal Operations Management Trainee (DOMT) position is part of a required developmental training program lasting up to 18 months. The duties and responsibilities are under the direction and supervision of WM frontline managers (e.g., Area Directors of Disposal Operations, Landfill District Managers, and Operations Managers) related to the operations of a landfill. The primary mentor for this position will be the Landfill District Manager at the training location to which the DOMT is assigned or the Area Director of Disposal Operations. The DOMT, through assigned work activities, a training curriculum, and hands-on projects, will develop a strong working knowledge of all aspects of the day-to-day disposal operations at a WM landfill, including but not limited to, safety, environmental protection and permitting, finance and accounting, personnel management, heavy equipment, community and customer service, construction and engineering, gas and leachate management, and waste streams and sales. The Disposal OMT training program is designed to develop individuals into Operations Managers and District Managers with a strong career path to Directors of Disposal Operations or other roles.
You MUST be willing to relocate (at WM expense) upon completion of the program. It is rare that there will be an open manager slot at the site where you train. This will be explained and emphasized in greater detail during the interview process.
II. Duties and Responsibilities
Successfully complete the Disposal OMT curriculum consisting of Foundational, Intermediate, and Advanced level training. Complete all required training items through participation in the WM Learning Management System.
Attend and participate in all mandatory group training sessions.
Disposal Operations: Responsible for the knowledge development and progressive understanding and expertise in all aspects of day-to-day management of a landfill, including, but not limited to, fill sequencing, cover operations, waste placement and compaction operations, equipment and labor deployment, storm water management, and traffic flow.
Develop a working knowledge of heavy equipment functionality and maintenance care including actual operation and in-shop maintenance.
Learn how to effectively manage site personnel including non-exempt operators through experiential efforts and training.
Develop an understanding of landfill design and construction including cell excavation and earthwork, liner cross-sections, slope stability, geosynthetics deployment, leachate control and landfill gas control systems and final cover cross sections.
Develop proficiency and understanding in all aspects of leachate and landfill gas management. Develop general understanding of renewable energy operations and its relationship with the landfill gas systems.
Develop a strong sense of community affairs and community relations management through actual participation in public affairs events and processes.
Develop a complete understanding of environmental monitoring and environmental protection issues that exist at a landfill including interaction with various regulatory agencies. Review and understand regulatory requirements and site permits.
Develop understanding of financial, accounting, and forecasting processes and systems including experience in reporting to senior management and showing proficiency in operations of the scalehouse.
Develop understanding of how waste streams are sold and priced within WM sales and marketing organization, and its relationship to operations.
Develop a strong understanding and dedication to the WM Safety Program; work with Corporate and local safety teams to continue to create an increasingly aware and observant safety conscious culture.
Participate in landfill operational reviews and provide constructive feedback to operations staff.
Participate in Area mentor programs.
Perform other duties as assigned that may include special projects and interim management assignments. Learning will be very action and experiential based.
III. Supervisory Responsibilities
This job may have periodic leadership / management responsibilities throughout the program.
IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education and Experience
Education: Bachelors Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 (four) years of relevant work experience.
Experience: 5 (five) years of relevant work experience with increased responsibility in construction, engineering, geology, operations management or heavy equipment (in addition to education requirement).
B. Preferred Certificates, Licenses or Registrations
C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
Must be willing to work various hours and weekends as necessary
Must be willing to work outdoors and/or in a maintenance shop
Must be skilled in problem solving and conflict resolution
Must have excellent verbal and written communications skills
Must have exceptional time management and organizational skills in order to plan days and meet all reporting requirements and training arrangements
Proven problem solving ability and successful conflict resolution
History of leadership achievements
Ability to multi-task
Strong analytical skills
D. Key Competencies Required
Work Standards
Safety and Environmental Performance Awareness
Planning & Organizing
Active Learning
Coaching
Communication
Applied Learning
Building Strategic Working Relationships
Building a Successful Team
Continuous Improvement
Customer Focus
Decision Making
V. Essential Functions, Environment and Physical Requirements
While some of the Disposal OMT work is performed within an office atmosphere, field work and frequent field assignments are the core foundation of the DOMT and operations positions. These field assignments will include exposure to the elements, weather, and other non-office type conditions. When conducting field work and assignments one should posses the ability to ascend onto and descend from various pieces of heavy equipment and ride accordingly for many consecutive hours. The DOMT will be exposed to climatic weather as depicted by the geographical region for which you reside or are assigned. A Disposal OMT will also periodically be required to work non-traditional work schedules i.e. 12 hour workdays, some weekends, some early start times, etc.
This program strongly prefers the candidate to have the ability to relocate throughout the U.S and Canada either for the Disposal OMT program or when placed into a permanent operations role. The program may require some travel (both air and car).
The expected salary range for this position is $86,313 - $116,779. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for bonus.
Benefits
At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
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