Who we are

For more than 40 years, Covanta has been at the forefront of sustainable materials management, providing companies and communities world-class waste and resource solutions.

Through our diverse and scalable full-service capabilities, we're leading the charge to a carbon-negative future-reducing, reusing, recycling and reimagining waste for the benefit of both people and planet.

Our differentiator comes from our vast ecosystem of technology, facilities, and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to solve their most pressing environmental challenges, and achieve their most ambitious environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.

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Our values

Diversity, inclusivity, engagement-these are the values that help us foster a strong sense of community within Covanta. By embracing the unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our employees, we cultivate an environment that embraces teamwork, encourages open dialogue, and provides opportunities for growth.

About the role

$ Sign-on Bonus Eligible $

As a Shift Supervisor you are responsible for all aspects of Health and Safety during field execution. Additionally, you will also be responsible for the continuous development, mentorship, and training of new and existing employees, and ensuring operational effectiveness.

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the management of the quality, safety, and accuracy of field execution for assigned projects.
• Effectively lead large and/or complex projects with minimal to no support from a Project Manager. The Site Supervisor will also be responsible for distributing work to other team members and even overseeing onsite Forman who have been tasked as the leader of specific project task(s).
• Coordinate and manage site requirements such as equipment rentals, material deliveries, subcontractors, additional resources, etc.
• Provide remote and in person support to Foreman and other Site Supervisors.
• This individual may on a regular basis be required to operate CDL Vehicles and/or Heavy Equipment. This individual will also perform manual labor to support project objectives.
• Identifying and developing leaders within the organization.
• Maintain a working knowledge of our core field services and individually work towards acquiring the knowledge and training to support the expansion of our professional services.
• Providing the Project Manager with progress updates and discuss the project schedule in detail. The Site Supervisor must also be able to inform the Project Manager about the planned work moving forward.
• Working directly with Project Managers to maintain the project budget and inform a Project Manager of potential cost savings.
• Notify the Project Manager of onsite issues but it is expected that the Site Supervisor will manage and address the site complications and/or unforeseen issues.
• Occasionally perform site walks and work with Project Managers to develop means and methods for site work.
• Support and contribute to in house safety trainings.
• Active member of the 24-hour Emergency Response team.

• Bachelor's of Science or (5)+ years of relevant experience; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Competitive Base Salary
• Day one employee benefits: competitive health insurance options, PTO, retirement savings plan and 401K match

Our DEI Commitment

Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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