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Republic Services

General Manager

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Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Leads and manages a Business Unit, including operational, financial, and staff responsibilities, with full profit/loss accountability and in a matrix management environment.
14d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Metairie, LA
Onsite
Company Size
42,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Non‑hazardous solid waste collection
Waste transfer
Waste disposal
Recycling services
Energy services
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Manufacturing
Retail
Special Waste
Hazardous Waste
Recycling
Role
What you would be doing
strategic execution
safety compliance
sales growth
team collaboration
talent development
stakeholder relations
  • Implements and executes plans to complement the Area’s strategic operating plan; champions the execution of the strategic plan and tactical initiatives within the Business Unit, including but not limited to operating safely, enhancing customer experience, improving efficiency and maximizing profitability.
  • Oversees effective safety and accident prevention programs to ensure all reasonable action are taken to prevent accidents and injuries; ensures a safe and productive work environment for all employees.
  • Works with Area and Region sales management to drive the commercial, industrial, residential and municipal sales efforts within the Business Unit to achieve targeted growth objectives, exceed customer experience expectations and optimize profitability.
  • Collaborative; builds and works with teams.
  • Manages performance and talent development.
  • Builds and maintains strong and effective relations with relevant government, community and environmental groups.
  • Leads operations to ensure compliance with all standards including environmental, operating, regulatory, safety, accounting and ethics.
What you bring
extended control
large scale change
ethical behavior
large staff
labor relations
fortune 500
  • Ability to manage an extended span of control, with multiple sites and multiple business lines (e.g., hauling, landfills, recycling, new business.
  • Ability to lead large scale change initiatives.
  • Demonstrates and promotes ethical behavior.
  • Ability to direct large staff of functional experts to execute the corporate strategy.
  • Experience in labor relations.
  • Demonstrated business acumen, strategic thinking and an ability to execute against formulated strategy.
  • Minimum of 3 years of progressive leadership and management responsibility.
  • Previous experience in the environmental services industry.
  • Ability to optimize near-term results that contribute to long-term sustainable success.
  • Ability to build strong sales teams; select best candidates, coach and develop the best talent.
  • Problem-solving, analytical, critical-thinking and decision-making skills.
  • High school diploma or G.E.D.
  • This position may require travel by air, car and/or other modes of transportation up to 30% of the time.
  • Minimum of 3 years of P & L experience.
  • Previous employment by a Fortune 500 company.
  • Creative thinker who challenges conventional solutions.
Benefits
  • Short- and long-term disability.
  • Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
  • Great Place to Work
  • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
  • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
  • Retirement plan with a generous company match.
  • Employee discount programs.
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Security clearance
  • yes, background checks are required per the job description.
Company
Overview
1981
Year Founded
Established as a regional waste hauler.
$16 Billion
2024 Revenue
Annual revenue achieved in 2024.
$2+ Billion
2024 Net Income
Net income for the year 2024.
  • It operates collection, transfer, recycling centers, landfills and energy‑from‑waste facilities across the U.S.
  • Typical projects include curbside residential pickup, commercial/industrial waste hauling, recycling operations and landfill gas‑to‑energy plants.
  • Specialisms span residential and commercial collection, industrial waste services, recycling processing, hazardous waste treatment, and renewable energy generation.
Culture + Values
  • Safe – We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
  • Committed to Serve – We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
  • Environmentally Responsible – We take action to improve our environment.
  • Driven – We deliver results in the right way.
  • Human-centered – We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.
Environment + Sustainability
35% emissions reduction
Net-zero greenhouse gas target
Aims to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 35% by 2030, aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
15% emissions reduction
Early achievement of interim target
Reduced operational greenhouse gas emissions by 15% as of 2023, meeting the 2025 interim target two years early.
40% material recovery increase
Resource recovery goal
Aims to increase the recovery of key materials by 40% by 2030, supporting circularity and resource efficiency.
50% biogas reuse increase
Biogas beneficial reuse target
Committed to increasing biogas sent to beneficial reuse by 50% by 2030, enhancing renewable energy generation.
  • Open five new renewable natural gas plants; renewable-energy portfolio includes 86 projects
  • Deploy collision-avoidance cameras on collection trucks (2,200+ units)
  • Pace electrification: goal for 50% of new refuse vehicle purchases to be EVs by 2028
  • Initiatives include landfill-gas-to-energy, polymer center for plastics circularity, recycling and organics programs
  • Employee engagement goal: maintain ≥ 88% by 2030 (supports sustainability culture)
Inclusion & Diversity
50% Ethnically Diverse Workforce
Diverse Workforce Representation
Half of the company's workforce is composed of ethnically diverse individuals, reflecting a commitment to inclusivity.
38% Leadership Roles by Women
Women in Top Leadership
38% of top leadership positions within the company are held by women, showcasing progress toward gender equality.
$75.8M with Diverse Suppliers
Diverse Supplier Spending
The company spent $75.8 million with certified diverse suppliers in 2022, aiming for $150 million by 2025.
82% Employee Satisfaction
Employee Satisfaction Rating
82% of employees rated the company as a great place to work in a 2024 survey, reflecting a supportive workplace culture.
  • Established MOSAIC Council in 2013 to drive inclusion efforts, including recruiting partnerships, training, leadership development, and business resource group support.
  • Removed college-degree requirements for many roles to broaden access and inclusivity.
  • Aims to achieve 50% diversity in leadership roles by 2030.
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