Meet the Founder Roll-Off Chick

Caroline Hamby is a seasoned environmental and waste management professional based in St. Lucie County, Florida. With a career spanning over two decades, Caroline has demonstrated exceptional leadership and a steadfast commitment to community service.

Born and raised in Palm Beach County, Florida, Caroline was immersed in the construction industry from an early age. Her parents owned a local paving company for 30 years, instilling in her a strong work ethic and a deep understanding of the construction business. She furthered her education by earning a college degree before enlisting in the United States Coast Guard in 2002. Caroline graduated with a Masters in Environmental Health and Safety.

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During her tenure from 2002 to 2012, Caroline served as a Marine Science Technician (MST), stationed in Virginia, New York, and Tampa, Florida. In this role, she inspected commercial waterfront facilities and enforced laws related to safety, health, and environmental protection, including fuel spills, drug interdiction, and hazardous waste management. Her expertise in hazardous materials earned her the nickname “Hazmat Chick.”

Caroline attended Hazmat Technician School and participated in various training programs at the Center for Domestic Preparedness, enhancing her proficiency in emergency response and environmental safety. She later joined the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Division of Emergency Response in Tampa, where she responded to incidents such as tractor-trailer rollovers, plane crashes, train derailments, chemical reactions, and explosions. Her responsibilities included overseeing contractors to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and serving as the Florida DEP Forensic Coordinator.

In 2016, Caroline founded her own environmental response company in South Florida, providing services in line with state, local, and federal regulations. By 2022, she expanded into the waste management sector by acquiring two Peterbilt roll-off trucks, Jolene and Evelyn, and established Roll-Off Chick in Fort Pierce, Florida. Her company offers commercial and residential dumpsters along the east coast of Florida, from Miami to Jacksonville. Roll-Off Chick is a woman and veteran-owned business committed to delivering reliable waste disposal solutions.

Residing in St. Lucie County with her dog, Luna, Caroline embodies the spirit of “Use Local, so we can Give Back Local.” Her dedication to both her profession and community underscores her reputation as a versatile and committed leader.