Environmental Services Branch Manager

Hazmat Branch ManagerWe are hiring a full-time Hazmat Branch Manager to oversee environmental emergency response operations and branch personnel in the Denver, CO metro area. The Branch Manager directs hazardous materials incident response, industrial services, regulatory compliance, and workforce management. This is a 24/7 on-call, field-active leadership role. Base salary: $93,600 per year; billable overtime earnings average approximately 40% above base annually.What We OfferBase salary of $93,600 per year (salaried, exempt); billable overtime provides significant additional earning potential averaging approximately 40% above baseGroup medical, dental, and vision insurance available after 60 days of employmentCompany-paid basic life insurance ($25,000) and employer-paid dependent life coverage for eligible employees401(k) plan with employer match: 100% on the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2%, after one year of serviceTwo weeks paid vacation accruing after 90 days, increasing to three weeks after five years; five days sick pay accruing after 90 daysKey Responsibilities - Hazmat Branch ManagerDirect hazardous materials emergency response operations including spill containment, incident recovery, and governmental agency reporting following each eventRecruit, hire, train, and manage branch personnel; ensure all staff maintain current HAZWOPER and required safety certificationsOversee and participate in confined space entry operations and industrial tank cleaning projects on a regular basisImplement and maintain operational processes designed to achieve regulatory compliance, continuous improvement, and safety program goalsParticipate in 24/7 on-call emergency response rotation and travel regularly to customer sites, response locations, and company facilities throughout the regionQualifications - Hazmat Branch ManagerMinimum one (1) year of supervisory or management experience in field operationsValid driver's license with a clean driving record; ability to pass MVR, background, and pre-employment and ongoing drug/alcohol screeningsAbility to work 40+ hours per week with 24/7/365 on-call availability for emergency dispatchMust be able to read, speak, and understand English; willingness to travel throughout the Denver metro and surrounding regionHigh school diploma or equivalent required; experience in environmental services, hazardous materials, or emergency response strongly preferredPreferred Qualifications - Environmental Emergency Response Operations ManagerHAZWOPER 40-hour certification (29 CFR 1910.120) or ability to obtain upon hireExperience managing industrial cleaning, tank cleaning, or confined space entry operationsWorking knowledge of EPA, OSHA, and DOT hazardous materials regulationsPrior experience submitting incident reports to local, state, or federal regulatory agenciesCDL or operational experience with response vehicles and pressure washing equipmentPhysical Requirements - Hazmat Branch ManagerAbility to lift, carry, and move drums and materials; operate shovels and pressure washing equipment in active field environmentsAbility to climb ladders and work at elevated heights in industrial settingsMust be able to wear and work in respiratory protection equipment; clean-shaven where respirator seal is required per OSHA 1910.134Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme Colorado temperatures, and in confined spaces on active job sitesRegular travel and field deployment required; shift hours vary based on emergency response demand