Supervisor

Are you looking for an opportunity to truly make a difference? Do you want to join a collaborative, mission-driven team that protects the planet, strengthens communities, and supports businesses when they need it most? Are you seeking a place where your work contributes directly to an organization known for excellence in environmental services, crisis management, and emergency response? If your answer is “yes,” then you belong at Ambipar.

Supervisor

Position Summary

Ambipar Response is seeking a motivated and organized Supervisor to join our team. In addition to providing leadership and guidance, this position is responsible for ensuring compliance with all safety regulations, manage project documentation, budgets, personnel, and maintain equipment readiness to ensure project profitability.

Position Details

• Reports to: Base Manager
• Location: Onsite
• Position Type: Full-Time
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Pay: Hourly
• Compensation: Commensurate with experience
• Travel: Up to 50%

Essential Job Functions

• Supervises a small team of technicians and drivers performing industrial cleaning, environmental services, and emergency spill response, including hazardous and non-hazardous waste cleanup, confined space entry, tank cleaning, and site remediation
• Provides leadership, mentorship, and support to field staff, ensuring adherence to company policies, safety standards, and federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA, DOT)
• Manages on-call response operations, assigning work and coordinating resources for both scheduled and emergency deployments, including availability for overtime and out-of-town travel on short notice
• Ensures safe operation of equipment and vehicles, oversees preventive maintenance checks, and ensures timely reporting of defects or issues
• Assists Driver Operators and Technicians with safe operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of vacuum trucks (liquid, dry, and hydro excavation) and associated tools and equipment
• Leads by example, actively participating in physically demanding fieldwork, including operating vacuum hoses, lifting heavy equipment, and working in extreme weather conditions, while wearing appropriate PPE
• Conducts regular safety briefings, ensures all team members are up to date on required training and certifications, and enforces all safety protocols
• Monitors and maintains housekeeping standards across offices, yards, warehouses, and vehicles to ensure cleanliness and safety
• Uses vacuum hose to remove sand, sludge, oil, water, and various other liquids and solids
• Creates and submits required documentation, including job reports, vehicle logs, timekeeping records, incident reports, and project documentation
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of environmental and hazardous material handling protocols and complies with all applicable safety guidelines and regulatory requirements
• Preforms other duties as assigned

Minimum Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in environmental services, hazmat response, or a related field
• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions and an acceptable driving record
• Thorough knowledge of all federal, state and local guidelines (OSHA, CDPHE, CDH, DSHS)
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification
• Ability to pass a DOT and Hazmat physical examination
• Ability to interpret and follow written and oral instructions and assignments
• Experience working outside in all types of weather conditions
• Detail orientated with a strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a dynamic work environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities when interacting with customers, regulators, direct reports, and managers
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software
• Exposure to hazardous materials and high-risk environments requiring strict adherence to safety protocols

Preferred Job Requirements

• CDL B or CDL A
• Hazmat endorsement
• Tanker endorsement
• Possess a valid U.S. passport or be willing to obtain one
• Bilingual proficiency is strongly preferred

Work Schedule/Work Environment

• The standard working hours are 7 AM – 4 PM. This candidate should be willing and available to work overtime as needed to meet project demands and deadlines, including extended hours, overtime, various shifts including nights and weekends and holidays when necessary.
• This position may require extended periods of travel, and working in inclement weather.
• Must be able to stand and work on feet for 8–12 hour shifts.
• Must be able to sit, lift, stoop, bend, squat, reach, crawl, and kneel.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and carry up to 10 feet.
• Must be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows/knees and reach above and below shoulders.
• Must be able to climb ladders, and work from stationary platforms from elevated heights.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sounds by ear.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment.
• Jobs are frequently completed outside and if needed, in inclement weather conditions.
• Perform work in confined spaces, heights, and/or in water.
• Ability to wear APR’s SCBA’s, supplied air, and various levels of protective suits, and Personal Projective Equipment as required in accordance with company standards and procedures.
• May be exposed to non-hazardous and hazardous material.
• Some aspects of the clean-up work may generate a significant amount of static electricity.
• Work in extreme weather conditions and temperatures.

Job Description and Hiring Disclaimer

This position description incorporates the core responsibilities of the job. It recognizes that other related duties not specifically mentioned might also be performed, and that not all responsibilities may be carried out depending on operational needs.

The hiring department will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. Employment will also be contingent upon successful completion of a drug test and fit for duty physical exams.

Commitment to Diversity

• Ambipar Response is always looking for the most qualified and experienced professionals with a passion for public safety, emergency management, homeland security, disaster response, and continuity of operations.
• We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compensation range:

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