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Senior Operations Manager

Ridgely, MD

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Role family
Operations
Seniority
Lead / management
Stated salary
$77,226 per year
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
19 Oct 2026

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the posting

Current MES Employees who are interested in applying for this position must visit the Internal MES Careers Page by going to their Workday Dashboard, clicking on the Career icon and selecting Find Jobs.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading team that provides environmental solutions to the public and private sectors throughout the State of Maryland.

Job Description:

Maryland Environmental Service has an opening for a Senior Operations Manager within our Environmental Operations (EO) Group at the Midshore II Regional Landfill in Ridgely, Maryland. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the daily operations of the assigned facility while ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations. The Senior Operations Manager also serves as the primary liaison between MES Headquarters and facility personnel, providing leadership, operational oversight, and strategic support.

Estimated Pay Range:

$77,226.24 - $106,186.08

Benefits:

Health Insurance with choice of medical plan and prescription, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance options, along with flexible spending accounts

401K retirement savings program with generous agency match

Paid vacation, personal and sick leave

Eleven paid holidays per year

Tuition assistance

Minimum Requirements:

Graduation from a standard high school or GED plus 7 years applicable experience and 4 years supervisory experience in field operations, recycling/solid waste, bio-solids management or construction activities.

OR

10 years of progressively responsive experience operating multiple types of heavy equipment or working in field operations applicable to the hiring facility. This experience must include a lead role in field operations, recycling/solid waste or construction activities. Accredited vocational school with a major in a related field for up to 2 years’ experience or 3 years’ experience with an applicable college degree.

Must have a valid driver's license with less than 5 points.

This position will be open until filled.

Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully completing required pre-employment screens, to include full background check, drug & alcohol screening, and position appropriate physical.

Maryland Environmental Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. MES does not participate in programs that require sponsorship for work visas.

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