Landfill Manager
Position Description
General Summary:
The Landfill Manager administers the efficient and cost effective operation of the landfill while
meeting or exceeding the requirements of the landfill operating license and the environmental
laws, rules and standards of the State of Maine and Federal Government.
This is an exempt position reporting to the General Manager in Portland, Maine.
Essential Job Functions:
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Monitors the operation of the landfill and prepares environmental compliance reports for
the Maine DEP and City of Portland.
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Administers the Landfill budget, approves purchases and payments related to Landfill
operations.
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Prioritizes and schedules maintenance of landfill facilities, equipment and infrastructure.
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Designs and supervises infrastructure additions and/or improvements.
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Prepares and administers contracts for site contractors and consultants. Reviews and
approves designs prepared by consultants.
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Reviews and approves environmental and geotechnical monitoring reports prepared by
consultants.
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Calculates ash disposal volumes and densities from surveys completed by ecomaine
staff. Performs and/or supervises surveying by staff and/or consultants as needed for
site maintenance, environmental or geotechnical monitoring.
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Responsible for developing and maintaining labor relations with bargaining unit
employees.
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Prepares reports and summaries for the General Manager and/or Board of Directors.
Supports the General Manager and follows through with details as assigned.
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Reviews and updates the landfill operations plan, stormwater pollution prevention plan,
environmental monitoring plan and integrated contingency plan.
Collects samples and/or performs testing of water, soil and landfill gas as needed.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
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Prepares annual landfill budget based on cost projections, new projects and estimated
operating costs.
Proposes capital improvements and oversees current projects.
Prepares Requests for Proposals, Specifications and Contract Documents, Task Order
Memoranda and Change Orders for capital improvements
Other duties as assigned, and as needs are determined.
Skills/Experience/Training Required:
Duties require knowledge of landfilling and solid waste disposal and earthwork, drainage and
utilities design and construction. Experience with the utilization of earthmoving equipment
including bulldozers, backhoes, loaders, and trucks is desirable. A Bachelor’s Degree in
Engineering or a related field is required. A Professional Engineering License and 5-10 years
of experience in the field or a related field is required. A Master’s Degree in environmental or
geotechnical engineering is desirable.
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Maine Professional Engineer License or ability to obtain by comity within 6 months is
required
Certified as a Landfill Manager (SWANA) or ability to obtain certification within 1 year is
required
Prior experience in the waste disposal and/or Waste-to-Energy field very desirable
Basic surveying experience with Total Station surveying instruments and the ability to
train staff in its use.
Ability to prepare topographic survey drawings and calculate waste and earthwork
volumes using CAD software.
Knowledge and experience with erosion control practices and devices
Knowledge of DEP rules and regulations, particularly Chapter 400 waste management
rules and Chapter 500 Stormwater Management rules.
Analytical thinker who can multi-task, is a self-starter and is very organized
Proven leader, motivator, clear communicator and team player
Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of products
Good verbal and written communication skills
Valid State of Maine driver’s license and current insurance, must be insurable under
company policy
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Supervisory Responsibility:
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Responsible for interviewing, selecting and ensuring training and development needs are
met for staff members, laborers, and vendors associated with project work
Provides Annual Performance Evaluation and feedback to team members, utilizes
coaching and counseling techniques, as well as progressive discipline for performance
deficiencies.
Scheduling responsibilities for staff, laborers and vendors related to project work
Working Conditions/Physical Demands:
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Work is performed in a normal office environment as well as outdoors in all weather
conditions
Ability to lift 15 – 20 pounds sporadically
Ability to sit at desk and use computer for extended periods of time
Ability to bend, stretch, reach and kneel throughout the work day
Ability to climb stairs, scaffolding and enter enclosed spaces
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of
work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended
to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
*External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become
disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to
perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance
of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case by
case basis.
To Apply
Interested candidates should send cover letter and resume to
lynne@kmaconsultingllc.com. Please include your salary history. Attach any
written job recommendations, if available. All documents should be in WORD or
PDF.