OPT Field Operations Supervisor Jobs
Field Operations Supervisor roles involve managing on-site teams, coordinating logistics, and ensuring operational compliance, all functions that translate well to OPT work authorization. Your EAD card covers this role directly, and STEM OPT extensions apply if your degree is in engineering, supply chain, or a related technical field.
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Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
Job Description
Position Purpose:
Responsible for overseeing the field operations activities and coordinating the day-to-day job activities of the team. This position provides transportation and disposal services to our clients. Responsibilities include manifesting, packaging, spill clean-up response and remedial activities, labeling, loading, off loading & coordinating transportation, and sampling/profiling material while adhering to state and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations. Provides training and guidance to others. Assists in preparing projects estimates.
Primary Duties / Responsibilities:
- Leads teams in the packing, labeling, manifesting and shipping hazardous waste from the customer(s) site to appropriate disposal centers.
- Comply and enforce all compliance, health and safety, and procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Recognize and act on opportunities to increase value added services to customers. Maintain professional & courteous communications with internal and external customers on a daily basis.
- Knowledge of disposal site capabilities and limitations prior to shipping waste materials in ensure efficient disbursement and storage.
- Ensure completion and accuracy of all DOT/EPA and VES-TS regulations required in submitting paperwork to expedite the disposal of hazardous waste materials.
- Complete all mandatory training courses as required by OSHA as well as update refresher courses instituted by the company.
- Operate and maintain all equipment in a professional manner to ensure optimum efficiency and effectiveness to complete project(s) in a timely manner.
- Assists in the training of lower level field personnel.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education / Experience / Background:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience required.
- 2 to 4 years of hazardous waste experience required.
- Supervisory experience preferred.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
- Computer proficiency.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Knowledge and understanding of contract terms and possess the ability to follow through to completion.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Required Certification / Licenses / Training:
- Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
- 40-hour HAZWOPER Training.
Additional Information
Hourly Pay: $25 to $35 per hour
Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Company Description
Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
Job Description
Position Purpose:
Responsible for overseeing the field operations activities and coordinating the day-to-day job activities of the team. This position provides transportation and disposal services to our clients. Responsibilities include manifesting, packaging, spill clean-up response and remedial activities, labeling, loading, off loading & coordinating transportation, and sampling/profiling material while adhering to state and federal environmental, health, and safety regulations. Provides training and guidance to others. Assists in preparing projects estimates.
Primary Duties / Responsibilities:
- Leads teams in the packing, labeling, manifesting and shipping hazardous waste from the customer(s) site to appropriate disposal centers.
- Comply and enforce all compliance, health and safety, and procedures in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Recognize and act on opportunities to increase value added services to customers. Maintain professional & courteous communications with internal and external customers on a daily basis.
- Knowledge of disposal site capabilities and limitations prior to shipping waste materials in ensure efficient disbursement and storage.
- Ensure completion and accuracy of all DOT/EPA and VES-TS regulations required in submitting paperwork to expedite the disposal of hazardous waste materials.
- Complete all mandatory training courses as required by OSHA as well as update refresher courses instituted by the company.
- Operate and maintain all equipment in a professional manner to ensure optimum efficiency and effectiveness to complete project(s) in a timely manner.
- Assists in the training of lower level field personnel.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education / Experience / Background:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience required.
- 2 to 4 years of hazardous waste experience required.
- Supervisory experience preferred.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
- Computer proficiency.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Knowledge and understanding of contract terms and possess the ability to follow through to completion.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Required Certification / Licenses / Training:
- Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
- 40-hour HAZWOPER Training.
Additional Information
Hourly Pay: $25 to $35 per hour
Benefits: Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Field Operations Supervisor
Lead with your OPT timeline upfront
Operations managers need to plan staffing months in advance. Telling them your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility in your first message removes uncertainty and shows you've thought through the logistics they care about.
Highlight supervisory experience with metrics
Field operations roles require demonstrated leadership. Quantify your impact, team size managed, efficiency gains achieved, error rates reduced. Numbers speak louder than job titles when competing for supervisor-level positions on OPT status.
Target employers with established OPT hiring
Logistics companies, utilities, and infrastructure firms with 500-plus employees typically have HR teams familiar with EAD-based authorization. Smaller contractors may not understand OPT, so focusing on larger operations reduces friction in the hiring process.
Connect your degree to operational oversight
Employers often question whether international candidates have U.S.-relevant credentials. Explicitly map your engineering, operations management, or industrial engineering coursework to the specific supervisory competencies listed in the job description.
Clarify the E-Verify distinction early
Most field operations employers use E-Verify to confirm work authorization. Reassure hiring managers that your EAD is a federally issued document that clears E-Verify without complications, many are unfamiliar with the specifics of OPT authorization.
Pursue STEM OPT before your initial period ends
If your degree qualifies, file your STEM extension at least 90 days before your OPT expires. A 24-month extension gives field operations employers the longer runway they typically want before committing to H-1B visa sponsorship for a supervisory hire.
Field Operations Supervisor OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Field Operations Supervisor on OPT?
Yes, if the role is directly related to your degree field. A Field Operations Supervisor position must connect to your area of study, for example, an industrial engineering or supply chain management graduate overseeing logistics or manufacturing operations. Your EAD authorizes employment in roles that meet this direct relationship requirement, which USCIS assesses based on your degree and the job's core responsibilities.
Do Field Operations Supervisor jobs typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
It depends on the employer's size and industry. Large logistics operators, utility companies, and manufacturing firms with formal immigration programs do sponsor supervisors for H-1B visas when the role meets specialty occupation standards, typically requiring a technical bachelor's degree as a minimum. Smaller contractors are less likely to sponsor. Migrate Mate filters for employers who have sponsored OPT workers before, which makes identifying realistic targets much faster.
Does a Field Operations Supervisor role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It can, but your degree determines eligibility, not the job title. If you hold a STEM-designated degree in fields like industrial engineering, systems engineering, or operations research, and the supervisor role involves applying that technical knowledge, you may qualify. The position must be with an E-Verify employer. Review the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List to confirm your specific degree qualifies before applying for the extension.
How does the 90-day unemployment rule affect Field Operations Supervisor job searches?
OPT permits a maximum of 90 days of unemployment during the standard period, and 150 days total if you receive a STEM extension. Field operations roles often involve multi-stage interviews and background checks that can stretch hiring timelines to four to six weeks. Starting your search early, ideally two to three months before your current authorization period ends or your current role concludes, gives you enough buffer to accept an offer without risking an unauthorized gap.
What degree backgrounds qualify OPT students for Field Operations Supervisor roles?
Industrial engineering, civil engineering, supply chain management, construction management, and environmental engineering are the most commonly accepted backgrounds. Operations research and systems engineering degrees also translate well when the role involves process optimization or technical oversight. The key is that your coursework directly supports the supervisory and analytical functions of the job, not just that you've held a management title before.