Field Operations Manager - Lead and Coach Frontline Team

WM (Waste Management); Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Stock purchase plan

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Personal days

Job summary

WM (Waste Management) is seeking an Operations Manager–Trainee style role based in Spartanburg, SC. The position focuses on onboarding, developing, coaching, and managing performance of drivers and helpers, with the manager spending most days in the field and starting early to support operations.

The role emphasizes safety, field leadership, and implementation of WM Way with a team of 15–20 drivers, requiring strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in frontline workforce development and performance management.
• Ability to mentor and coach drivers and helpers.
• Strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Onboard, develop, coach, mentor, and manage performance of drivers and helpers.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with frontline employees.
• Spend significant time in the field with the team to lead operations.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Safety

Education

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma

Job description

WM (Waste Management) is seeking an Operations Manager–Trainee style role based in Spartanburg, SC. The position focuses on onboarding, developing, coaching, and managing performance of drivers and helpers, with the manager spending most days in the field and starting early to support operations.

The role emphasizes safety, field leadership, and implementation of WM Way with a team of 15–20 drivers, requiring strong communication and problem-solving skills.