What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Manager position at Ponder Environmental Services, Inc.?
About the Job
Ponder Environmental Services is seeking an experienced and driven Operations Manager to oversee and lead the day-to-day operations of our Benicia office. This role is critical to ensuring efficiency, productivity, and continued growth across our operations. As Operations Manager, you’ll play a key leadership role in optimizing logistics, managing personnel, improving processes, and delivering exceptional service to our clients.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee daily operations of the Benicia office
- Foster a positive, team-oriented work environment
- Lead staff meetings and address employee concerns
- Manage supervisors and guide team performance
- Develop schedules, policies, and operational procedures
- Conduct performance reviews and handle disciplinary actions
- Collaborate with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and purchasing
- Support business development through networking and client engagement
- Ensure customer satisfaction and resolve issues promptly
- Oversee logistics, inventory, shipping, and risk management
- Partner with dispatch and mechanics teams to ensure smooth operations
- Drive cross-department collaboration and efficiency
What You Bring
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or 7 years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination)
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Experience managing teams and operational workflows
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Ability to interpret technical, financial, and legal documents
- Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
- Comfortable presenting to leadership and stakeholders
- Proficiency with business and operational software systems
Preferred Systems Experience:
ISNetworld, PECS, NCMS, ADP Workforce Now, QuickBooks, JJ Keller, GeoForce, Samsara (GPS), Microsoft Office, GoCanvas, and mobile applications
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- Valid California Driver’s License with a clean DMV record
- 40-Hour HAZWOPER
- Confined Space Entry & Rescue
- TWIC Card
- CPR / First Aid / AED Certification
- Passport
What Ponder Offers
Compensation & Benefits:
We value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- Salary Rate Range: $120,000 - $140,000
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Pay
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ponder Environmental Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and make employment decisions based on qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
Salary : $120,000 - $140,000