Environmental Operations Lead

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Provide leadership, expertise, and direction for IWTP plant operations; supervise staff performing general operations activities and handling customer issues or complaints; prioritize tasks, schedule and assign maintenance requests, ensure work completion on schedule, and establish clear performance expectations .

Posted 5/22/2026full-timePoughkeepsie • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership, expertise, and direction for IWTP plant operations; supervise staff performing general operations activities and handling customer issues or complaints; prioritize tasks, schedule and assign maintenance requests, ensure work completion on schedule, and establish clear performance expectations
Collect, report, and track environmental monitoring at relevant locations; complete and maintain facility operating records; conduct storm water compliance inspections, sampling, reporting, and training in accordance with State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPEDES) Permit, Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), and Industrial Storm Water General Permit (ISWGP) provisions
Hire, train, deliver performance evaluations, and enforce discipline; verify and approve time; manage equipment, tools, chemicals, and technology; perform supervisory tasks for department personnel
Participate in development and implementation of long-range plans, programs, and schedules; develop and implement budget and resource allocation; determine goals and objectives requiring emphasis; coordinate accurate management and oversight of all waste water treatment operations to ensure consistent and safe services
Identify, troubleshoot, and address issues with treatment, production, and delivery methods, equipment, and facilities; evaluate maintenance and treatment standards; troubleshoot equipment failures; perform audits and provide technical and mechanical direction
Plan, control, supervise, and coordinate activities and evaluate work completion; participate in and conduct staff meetings to ensure equipment availability, reliability, and capacity in support of waste water and non-contact cooling water treatment activities
Monitor and oversee IWTP performance to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations; supervise chemical use and application; oversee laboratory analysis on plant samples; file necessary paperwork; optimize services and maintenance activities
Identify and implement methods to improve production and effectiveness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health, environmental science, civil engineering or related field
HSSE experience in corporate facilities, manufacturing, research, or maintenance operations
Ability to read and interpret building layouts, system drawings, and manufacturers' equipment specifications
Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and DOT requirements; experience managing compliance and agency interactions
Thorough knowledge of environmental regulations relating to air, water, solid waste, and material recovery/recycling
Emergency Response Team (ERT) experience including HAZWOPER
Effective time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed efficiently and safely
Effective interpersonal communication across various organizational levels and with external customers and vendors
Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and meet deadlines
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business documents, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations
Ability to adhere to Company policies and promote Company safety standards; demonstrated honesty and trustworthiness
Proven ability to provide excellent client service and collaborate positively with clients

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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Hard Skills & Tools

environmental monitoringstorm water compliance inspectionswaste water treatment operationsequipment troubleshootingperformance evaluationsbudget developmentresource allocationchemical applicationlaboratory analysisHAZWOPER

Soft Skills

leadershiptime managementinterpersonal communicationtask managementanalytical skillsclient servicecollaborationhonestytrustworthinessperformance management

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in occupational safety and healthBachelor's degree in environmental scienceBachelor's degree in civil engineeringEmergency Response Team (ERT) certification