Jason Trimble
Incinerator Operator Lead and Solid Waste Management Professional
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About
Highly experienced Incinerator Operator Lead and Solid Waste Management professional with 15+ years supporting municipal, industrial, and U.S. DoD environmental programs. Extensive background in incinerator operations, waste segregation, regulated medical waste handling, environmental compliance, equipment maintenance, and workforce supervision.
Known for maintaining audit-ready operations, enforcing OSHA and EPA standards, and achieving zero-incident safety records in high-volume, mission-critical environments.
Experience
Incinerator Operator Lead - V2X - Al Asad, Iraq
(2021-01 - 2025-01)
- Led daily solid waste and incineration operations supporting continuous base operations and mission readiness.
- Operated and monitored incineration systems, controlling temperature, airflow, and burn cycles to ensure compliant waste destruction.
- Maintained 100% accurate environmental, operational, and safety logs per EPA, ISO, and U.S. Army standards.
- Coordinated segregation and processing of municipal, recyclable, and regulated medical waste streams.
- Conducted inspections, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and extend equipment service life.
- Supervised and trained multinational labor teams on safe equipment operation, waste handling, PPE use, and emergency response.
- Performed hazard walk-downs and enforced safety controls, contributing to zero recordable incidents and zero environmental releases.
- Communicated system readiness, material needs, and compliance issues to U.S. government representatives.
Machine Operator / Night Shift Lead - KBR - Al Asad, Iraq
(2015-01 - 2021-01)
- Operated CA-3000, PC-500, PC-400, and Medi-Burn incinerators during night shift operations.
- Supervised shift personnel, assigned tasks, and verified compliance with waste handling and safety SOPs.
- Prepared and approved daily work orders and maintained employee activity records.
- Trained operators on incinerator systems, safety procedures, and documentation requirements.
- Managed inventories of tools, equipment, and consumables to support uninterrupted operations.
- Prepared progress, compliance, and production reports for management and audits.
- Supported DCMA and QA/QC audits with consistent adherence to policies and procedures.
Logistics Coordinator - Tri-Ben Trucking LLC - Red Oak, TX
(2014-01 - 2015-01)
- Planned, scheduled, and tracked shipments according to customer requirements.
- Coordinated truck drivers based on availability, routing, and delivery timelines.
- Communicated with suppliers and customers to ensure efficient freight movement.
- Maintained daily, weekly, and monthly shipment and expense reports.
- Utilized logistics software to optimize routing and transportation efficiency.
Waste Disposal Technician / Lead - Fluor - Sharana, Afghanistan
(2010-01 - 2014-01)
- Operated PC-400 and Medi-Burn incinerators and supported medical waste destruction operations.
- Assisted with the opening and daily operations of Sharana Medical Waste Site.
- Supervised waste disposal personnel and conducted monthly safety and operational training.
- Prepared and approved work orders and maintained employee activity records.
- Maintained inventory, production reports, and environmental compliance documentation.
- Ensured adherence to safety, environmental, and quality assurance requirements during audits.
Laborer / Waste Disposal Technician - KBR - Bagram, Afghanistan
(2009-01 - 2010-01)
- Supervised local national personnel in daily waste collection and segregation operations.
- Trained employees on CA-3000 incinerator operation and daily log documentation.
- Operated forklifts, loaders, and skid steers in support of waste operations.
- Supported rigging operations with crane and RTCH teams.
Driver - Yellow Cab - Houston, TX
(2005-01 - 2008-01)
Provided safe and reliable transportation services while maintaining professional customer service standards.