Operations Manager

• Managing the day-to-day operations of the location and providing leadership and support to managers to ensure quality and budget performance. Including P&L reviews to ensure that budgets are met.
• Monitor budget and operating metrics while diagnosing and improving processes, procedures, and performance.
• Managing staff by hiring, training, performance management, counseling, and safety. This includes maintaining proper records and files.
• Interact with local, city, municipal, and county agencies to ensure customer satisfaction, improve efficiency, renew contracts, negotiate new contracts, and ensure regulatory compliance standards.
• Conduct investigations for accidents, incidents, and property damage claims, completing accurate and detailed reports and necessary follow-up, to ensure all compliance goals are at or exceeded.
• Develop and implement programs for optimal equipment utilization by working with the maintenance department to monitor and improve fleet utilization, repair, and maintenance costs.
• Approve expenses and manage the budget for the operations department.
• Formulate short- and long-term goals and action plans with the District Managers and Regional Vice President.
• Perform all tasks in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

• This position will manage 6 to 10 employees.
• This position will oversee and direct other managers.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of routing and contract requirements.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Computer skills: proficient in Windows and Microsoft applications.
• Ability to prioritize work and the placement of personnel, equipment, and material.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with employees, co-workers, and management.

• Knowledge and experience of the waste industry and hauling operations preferred.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and requirements (DOT, OSHA) preferred.
• Must have previous management experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in transportation/fleet management.

• Frequently lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling a max of 20lbs.
• Occasionally lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling a max of 50lbs.
• Rarely lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling a max of 75lbs.
• Frequently stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling.
• Occasionally, climbing and/or balancing.
• Continuously working inside and outside. With changing temperatures and wet/humid conditions.
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter.

• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years.
• Must not have any DUI's or OVI's within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years.
• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas.
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste.
• Ability to travel between offices, as required.
• Ability to work flexible hours; overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Must be available for 24-hour emergency calls.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable).
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.

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