District Operations Leader — Growth & Safety

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Findlay (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling is seeking a District Manager to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for multiple sites within an assigned region. You will develop frontline and management teams, optimize daily operations, and drive growth through operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

With 8-10 years in waste management or transportation operations, you will manage budgets, safety standards, and P&L while coordinating with municipal partners and government officials.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years in waste management or transportation operations, including multi-site leadership.
• Knowledge of safety regulations (DOT, OSHA).
• Proven success in managing budgets, P&L, and operational performance across several locations.
• Experience working with municipal contracts, community relations, or government partnerships.
• SWANA certification or Environmental Compliance training preferred, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee District performance across safety, service, cost, productivity, employee engagement, compliance.
• Lead and develop managers and ensure consistent execution of company standards.
• Manage District budgets, forecasting, and capital planning, and oversee P&L.
• Oversee and drive growth for the district including organic growth and M&A opportunities.
• Support talent management — hiring, training, and promoting leadership within the district.
• Partner with the Region VP and the Region Controller to set strategy and ensure alignment with company objectives.
• Serve as the primary liaison with local communities, municipalities, and government officials, ensuring positive relationships and compliance with service agreements or franchise contracts.
• Represent the company at city council meetings, public hearings, and community events to strengthen partnerships and promote the Company’s commitment to environmental stewardship and reliable service.
• Collaborate with municipal leaders on service changes, contract renewals, and community feedback.
• Serve as an escalation point for operational or customer issues.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure effective communication between operations, sales, maintenance, and support functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Operational leadership

Waste industry knowledge

Leadership communication

Strategic development

Public relations

Result oriented

Growth leadership

Education

SWANA / Environmental compliance cert (preferred)

Job description

Rumpke Waste & Recycling is seeking a District Manager to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for multiple sites within an assigned region. You will develop frontline and management teams, optimize daily operations, and drive growth through operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

With 8-10 years in waste management or transportation operations, you will manage budgets, safety standards, and P&L while coordinating with municipal partners and government officials.