Ops Lead – Emergency Response

Republic Services

. Coordinate and direct daily work activities to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient Emergency Response operations.

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $29 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating Emergency Response operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing hazardous materials. Proven ability to make operational decisions and maintain preparedness through effective training and collaboration.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Emergency Response CoordinationHazardous Material Safety StandardsOperational Decision-MakingEnvironmental Operations KnowledgeDOT Training

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Hard Skills

Emergency Response ExperienceChemical HandlingSpill Clean-Up MeasuresRegulatory DocumentationOperational Judgement

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailPrioritizationFocus in High-Risk Environment

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

High Hazard EventsEmergency Response ProceduresRCRA ManifestsSafety ProceduresOperational Training

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and direct daily work activities to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient Emergency Response operations.
Coordinate and mobilize crews, equipment, materials, and schedules during emergency events.
Promote and enforce safety procedures, provide operational training, and escalate performance feedback.
Oversee Emergency Response projects, including supplies, vendors, transporters, and treatment facilities.
Ensure proper housekeeping, storage, and handling of hazardous chemicals.
Maintain preparedness through drills, training, and coordination with internal teams and external agencies.
Ensure Emergency Response processes and procedures are followed throughout an event.
Make operational decisions consistent with customer facility permits and state, regional, and federal regulations.
Review, complete, and sign required documentation, including RCRA manifests and related regulatory records.
Collaborate with facility teams on equipment maintenance requirements.
Participate in emergency response activities and perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge of environmental operations, high hazard events within an emergency response environment, and hazardous material safety standards.
Strong operational judgement, problem-solving, and decision-making skills within a high-risk environment.
Knowledge of high hazard events, chemical handling, spill clean-up measures, special licenses, and DOT training.
Accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail during emergency situations.
Ability to prioritize, stay focused and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and high hazard environment.
2 - 4 years of related Emergency Response experience.
A valid driver's license with an MVR that complies with company standards.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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.
401(k) plan with a generous company match.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Paid Time Off (PTO)