What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Operations Specialist position at Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis?
The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis, the leading champion of empowerment and opportunity for individuals throughout the region in securing economic self-reliance, social equality, and civil rights, is seeking a highly motivated individual with a passion for helping others to work as a Field Operations Specialist.
The Field Operations Specialist supports on-site disaster recovery efforts, performing demolition, debris management, material salvage, and equipment operation while ensuring strict adherence to OSHA and environmental safety standards. This role works as part of a field operations team in partnership with employer partners within disaster impacted areas.
Key responsibilities include:
- Set up safety barriers, dust control measures, and exclusion zones.
- Perform structural dismantling (buildings, roofs, and fixtures) using hand/power tools and heavy machinery (excavators, bulldozers).
- Load, sort, salvage, and properly dispose of debris and hazardous materials.
- Operate machinery and conduct daily equipment inspections.
- Following all local, state, and federal safety regulations.
- Collaborating with supervisors and field crews support and guide equipment operators.
- Identify site risks and operational impacts, report findings to the Field Operations Coordinator.
- Document recovery activities, prepare reports, and create work orders for repairs.
- Other duties assigned.
The ideal candidate must have:
- Knowledge of demolition methods, safety practices, and regulations.
- Ability to operate hand/power tools and heavy machinery.
- Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
- Strict adherence to personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety protocols is mandatory.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team within disaster recovery zone.
We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by law.