District Operations Manager | Safety, Budget & Growth

WM (Waste Management); Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401K

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Personal Days

Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

WM (Waste Management) is seeking an experienced operations leader to manage day-to-day site operations and support Route Managers. You will drive performance, safety, and cost management across district activities.

You will monitor metrics, conduct root-cause investigations, coach staff, and collaborate with city/county agencies to renew contracts while upholding WM Way and Gold Standards.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required or equivalent
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Valid Driver's License required

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the district and support Route Managers for quality performance.
• Monitor operating metrics, diagnose issues, and improve processes, procedures, and performance.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance with WM, OSHA, and standards.
• Lead root-cause investigations for injuries/incidents and ensure proper retraining.
• Manage department staffing: hiring, coaching, discipline, training, and performance evaluation.
• Set short- and long-term goals with District/ Senior District Managers.
• Participate in regular P&L reviews and implement cost/efficiency programs.
• Engage with local agencies to renew contracts and negotiate new ones.
• Maintain WM Way and Gold Standards across operations.
• Collaborate with internal groups on employee and labor relations issues.

Skills

People management

Operational oversight

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WM (Waste Management) is seeking an experienced operations leader to manage day-to-day site operations and support Route Managers. You will drive performance, safety, and cost management across district activities.

You will monitor metrics, conduct root-cause investigations, coach staff, and collaborate with city/county agencies to renew contracts while upholding WM Way and Gold Standards.