Ops Mgr Accelerated Trainee

About the Role

Core responsibilities involve gaining hands‑on experience in operational areas, analyzing business performance metrics, supporting hiring and staff development, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to execute business unit strategies. Participants also build relationships with community, government, and environmental stakeholders while embodying the leadership values of the Republic Way. • Utilize health care and dependent care spending accounts. • Participate in the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Take advantage of paid time off (PTO) benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸operations
• ▸metrics analysis
• ▸hiring support
• ▸safety compliance
• ▸team collaboration
• ▸stakeholder relations

What You Bring

The training experience includes rotational assignments across Operations, Sales, Finance, Maintenance, and Post‑Collection, plus leadership workshops, guest speakers, and project‑based learning. Participants learn to lead large teams, manage complex infrastructure, and receive ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to lead large teams in fast‑paced environments, possess strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and have excellent communication abilities. A working knowledge of business finance, controls, and performance metrics is required, along with at least two years of supervisory or management experience and willingness to relocate for rotations.

Requirements

• ▸leadership
• ▸analytical
• ▸problem‑solving
• ▸finance
• ▸management
• ▸controls

Benefits

The Operations Manager Accelerated Program (OMAP) is an intensive 18‑month development program at Republic Services designed to prepare high‑potential leaders for future Operations Manager roles. Through structured rotations, hands‑on experience, and formal training, participants gain deep knowledge of operational excellence, leadership, and business strategy in a stable, essential industry. OMAP serves as a launchpad for a meaningful career within a collaborative, mission‑driven team that values innovation, safety, and service. Successful completion of the program provides a clear path to placement as an Operations Manager, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits. Participants receive high visibility with senior leadership, executive mentorship, and opportunities to work across multiple U.S. locations while making a lasting impact on their community and the environment. The position offers a salary range of $99,000 to $136,200, dependent on locality, with an annual incentive target of 10% of base pay. Eligible employees can also participate in a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other voluntary programs. • Access comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. • Receive short‑ and long‑term disability insurance. • Obtain life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment coverage. • Benefit from employee discount programs. • Contribute to a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

Work Environment

Onsite