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Lead TRD Operator

Republic Services
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 30 Jun 2025

About the role

POSITION SUMMARY: The Lead Centrifuge Operator is responsible for overseeing all TRD/centrifuge services at a fixed TRD facility in accordance with regulations and relevant Company policies and procedures. The Lead Centrifuge Operator also will interact with customers in a courteous and respectful manner to ensure that customer relationships are maintained.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Leads the day-to-day operations of a fixed TRD facility, including processing with centrifuges, reclaiming oil, monitoring tank levels, monitoring receiving capacity in pits, and working with scale house operators regarding the types of fluids being brought to the TRD facility.
  • Troubleshoots equipment, prepares daily reporting, performs on the job maintenance, and orders equipment and supplies.
  • Supervises operators during service delivery.
  • Responsible for the training and/or mentoring of new employees.
  • Responsible for assisting/directing the daily work of other operators.
  • Guides team members and ensures that they are following proper safety and work procedures.
  • Leads a 10-15 minute tailgate meeting with all team members at the beginning of work shifts.
  • Attends all required safety meetings and conducts all business activities in accordance with health and safety policies and legal compliance requirements.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma or GED.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience with TRD/centrifuge services.
  • Minimum of 1 year of lead or supervisory experience.

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
• 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.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.

Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.

Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipaliti

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