Division Vice President - Landfill & Organics

Summary

The Division Vice President works in all business aspects (revenue growth and managing cost) of landfill and organics operations. The Division Vice President will have full P&L responsibility and ensure the highest standards of environmental safety and operational excellence by effectively managing the day-to-day operation and continuous improvement of assigned Landfill locations and compost facility.

Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

• Manage performance of general managers, operations and maintenance managers
• Manage the day-to-day operations and maintenance, meeting performance standards and productivity metrics
• Full P&L responsibility of assigned operations, including all business aspects of operation (contract management, revenue growth, cost management, compliance, personnel development, capital projects, and budget development)
• Interact with various municipal leadership including but not limited to Public Works, City Managers, & City Council Members
• Complete involvement in sales and marketing aspects to continue overall location growth potential
• Manage all aspects of operating contract with Municipality and ensure full compliance. Assume role of contract manager
• Manage implementation of maintenance program for full on and off-highway fleet, including program development and auditing processes
• Develop and manage program to maximize landfill density and airspace savings
• Manage technical consultants and operations teams to prepare and develop annual site operating plans, including but not limited to fill sequence plans, winterization plans, and drainage plans.
• Manage composting operation using KPIs to drive process improvement and production of high quality compost and mulch
• Lead the sales effort of organic products to insure continuous movement of product at a profit
• Responsible for interaction with all regulatory agencies, including Region Water Quality Control Board, Air Management District, CalRecycle, Local Enforcement Agency and Jurisdictional land use
• Ensure the training and development of the skills of the workforce by providing proper guidance and coaching
• Provide exceptional customer service and customer retention
• Engaging in the interview process in order to hire the most talented and qualified personnel
• Conducting weekly staff meetings with management team
• Encourage internal growth by providing opportunity for personnel development
• Provide effective leadership by developing and implementing a team focused work environment
• Determines workflow, staffing levels, monitors equipment operations and maintenance, conducts safety training, all while fostering a work environment based on teamwork and cooperation
• Provide monthly projection data and analysis. Review year-to-date and prior year budget data comparisons
• Ensure facilities meet all Federal and State Regulations, OSHA and local requirements
• Establish the necessary procedures to ensure overall safety of employees, customers and visitors
• Engage employees to create a safe, energetic work environment through feedback and recognition
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of facility, equipment, and property through inspections and preventive maintenance programs

Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning
• An exceptional work environment

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran