General Manager – Wastewater Treatment Facility Clean Harbors Redwood City, California, United States (On-site) **Company Overview** Clean Harbors is North America’s leading environmental and industrial services provider, serving a diverse clientele that includes Fortune 500 companies and government agencies. We deliver hazardous waste management, spill response, industrial cleaning, and recycling services—and through our Safety-Kleen subsidiary, we are the region’s largest re-refiner of used oil. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in Massachusetts, we operate throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. **General Manager – Wastewater Treatment Facility** **Starting Pay:** $121,000 **Hours:** Monday - Friday **Essential Functions & Responsibilities** **Facility Operations & Compliance** + Maintain and manage the wastewater facility to meet clean compliance standards and achieve key performance indicators (CCP KPIs). + Ensure processing of hazardous and non-hazardous waste is in accordance with RCRA, DOT, DTSC, and local POTW and customer requirements. + Develop and maintain expertise in facility-specific technologies, including wastewater treatment. **Labor Management & Staffing** + Oversee employee scheduling, work hours, overtime, hiring, performance appraisals, and disciplinary actions. + Manage labor relations and ensure compliance with worker’s compensation regulations. + Recommend merit increases and promotions for facility personnel. **Health & Safety** + Enforce both corporate and facility-specific Health & Safety protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). + Co-chair facility Health & Safety meetings and work closely with the safety department to enhance safety standards. **Regulatory Compliance** + Work in tandem with the Facility Compliance Manager to ensure the facility consistently meets regulatory requirements (e.g., Part B RCRA permit or equivalent). **Financial Management** + Oversee the profit and loss statement, ensuring operating costs, labor, materials, supplies, and SG&A expenses align with budgeted targets. + Review and approve all facility purchasing and manage accurate, timely billing and coding of materials. **Logistics & Customer Service** + Collaborate with National Logistics to coordinate the proper outbound management of waste materials. + Ensure the facility provides excellent customer service to both internal stakeholders and external clients. **Training & Development** + Direct the training, development, and mentoring of all plant employees, preparing current and future managers for career growth. **Maintenance & Facility Presentation** + Supervise facility maintenance efforts, including oversight of the preventative maintenance system (Mapcon). + Ensure the facility is clean, well-maintained, and ready for customer audits or tours. **Cross-Functional Collaboration** + Build and maintain effective working relationships with local Field Service, Technical Services, and Logistics management teams. **Other Duties** + Perform additional tasks as assigned. **Education & Experience** **Education** + **Required:** Bachelor’s degree in business, Environmental Science, or a related field. + **Note:** Alternative combinations of education and experience may be accepted. **Experience** + 5 to 7 years of wastewater treatment experience in facilities management, plant operations, or a related field. **Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities** + Strong organizational skills and self-motivation. + Proven leadership and interpersonal communication skills. + Ability to work effectively in a team environment. + Direct experience in plant operations and management. + Working knowledge of environmental statutes, regulations, and compliance requirements. + Proficiency in using computers and related software. **Travel Requirements** + Minimal travel is required (<10%). **Supervisory Responsibilities** The position has supervisory authority and is responsible for: + State and local permits along with permit compliance activities. + Hiring, training, scheduling, and performance appraisals. + Recommending promotions, compensation, and corrective actions. + Overseeing the budget for the facility. **Physical Requirements** **Work Environment** + Typical shift includes approximately 4-6 hours of external plant oversight. **Physical Activity** + Minimal lifting is required (rarely lifting/carrying items weighing 0–10 lbs). + Regular computer usage. **Vision & Hearing** + Must meet standard visual and hearing requirements for detailed work (near visual acuity for reading small print and computer work, and sufficient hearing for communication and detecting alarms). **Additional** + The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. **Driving Requirements** + The position may require the ability to drive a car, small truck, or other specified vehicles as needed (excluding travel to and from work). This job description outlines the key responsibilities and qualifications necessary for the **General Manager** role at a **Wastewater Treatment Plant** . The successful candidate will be a proactive leader capable of managing operational, financial, and safety aspects while ensuring regulatory compliance and exceptional customer service. **Equal Opportunity Statement** Clean Harbors is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We value the unique skills and experiences that every employee brings and are especially dedicated to supporting veterans in their transition to civilian roles, ensuring they have access to opportunities for professional growth and success. If you are a proactive leader with a passion for operational excellence and a commitment to safety and compliance, we invite you to apply for the Facility General Manager I role at Clean Harbors. If interested, please go to: www.cleanharbors.com/careers - Apply to Job # 144896