Geospatial Routing Analyst

Athens Services; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K plan

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Career development

Recognition programs

Professional development

Great work environment

Job summary

Athens Services is seeking a Routing Optimization Analyst to lead large-scale route optimization and GIS analysis in the greater Los Angeles region. The role combines ArcGIS and RouteSmart expertise to design optimal routes across residential, commercial, and service operations, while driving efficiency and cost improvements.

Based in a centralized office with field coordination, you will manage projects, develop dashboards, and mentor team members.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale route optimization and GIS analyses.
• Proven ability to design efficient multi-vehicle routing solutions.
• Strong analytical skills with data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, optimization, and implementation of routes across services using GIS and routing software.
• Develop dynamic routing solutions from work orders for on-demand lines.
• Coordinate multi-vehicle routing, including BYS and staging logistics.
• Perform spatial analyses: network mapping, geocoding, drive-time modeling.
• Build geospatial databases and route models; maintain digital maps.
• Manage expansion projects, compliant deployments, and load consolidation.
• Implement routes into Soft-Pak and MobilePak with accuracy.

Skills

GIS analysis

Route optimization

Data analysis

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Tableau

Excel

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

RouteSmart

Descartes

Soft-Pak

MobilePak

Monday.com

Job description

Summary

Position Summary

The Routing Optimization Analyst is a senior technical role reporting to the Logistics Manager. This position is responsible for leading large-scale route optimization and logistics improvement projects across Athens Services’ municipal service areas in the greater Los Angeles region. Combining advanced GIS capabilities with deep logistics and operational knowledge, the Geospatial Routing Specialist designs optimal routes across all lines of business, analyzes performance data, and drives measurable improvements in efficiency, cost, and service quality. This role operates from a centralized office location with travel to division sites for project execution, field observations, and coordination with operations teams.

Job Description

Route Optimization & GIS Analysis

• Lead the design, optimization, and implementation of routes across all lines of business - residential collection, commercial front-load, roll-off, back yard service (BYS), street sweeping, and equipment delivery - using GIS platforms (ArcGIS, QGIS) and route optimization software (RouteSmart, Descartes, or comparable).
• Develop dynamic routing solutions for on-demand service lines (roll-off delivery/pickup, bin/cart equipment replacement) that produce optimized daily route plans from incoming work orders.
• Design and optimize multi-vehicle coordinated routing for operations requiring sequenced vehicle timing, including scout operations (staging equipment ahead of main collection vehicles to prevent delays) and Back Yard Service (BYS) operations (coordinating smaller service trucks with centralized mother truck staging locations to minimize vehicle downtime).
• Perform advanced spatial analysis including network analysis, service territory mapping, geocoding, and drive-time modeling to support route planning and service area management.
• Build and maintain geospatial databases, route models, and digital mapping assets for all assigned divisions.
• Lead service expansion projects, barrel conversion deployments (2-stream to 3-stream, SB 1383 compliance), disposal site change reroutes, and load consolidation initiatives.
• Implement optimized routes into Soft-Pak (system of record) and MobilePak (driver-facing tablets), ensuring accuracy and operational readiness.

Operational Analysis & Performance Metrics

• Analyze operational data across key metrics: stops, lifts, tons, yards, miles, disposal trips, time-at-customer, arrival vs. planned arrival, and total shift time.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to measure route efficiency, driver productivity, and service quality by division.
• Prepare data-driven reports and dashboards using Tableau, Excel, or similar tools to communicate findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for route changes, fleet optimization, and service area modifications.

Project Management & Collaboration

• Manage multiple concurrent logistics projects across divisions and lines of business, including reroutes, rebalancing, sequencing, and new contract builds.
• Coordinate with operations, finance, billing, and outreach teams to ensure successful project execution and stakeholder alignment.
• Track and manage project assignments, milestones, and deliverables using project management platforms (Monday.com or similar) to maintain visibility and accountability across concurrent initiatives.
• Conduct field observations at division sites to validate route designs, gather feedback, and assess real-world operating conditions.
• Present project plans, progress updates, and results to senior leadership and executive teams.

Training & Continuous Improvement

• Mentor and support team members on GIS tools, routing software, and analytical best practices.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures for route design, optimization, and implementation workflows.
• Identify and recommend technology enhancements, process improvements, and industry best practices to strengthen the Logistics department.

Salary Range: $85,000 - $105,000

Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning
• An exceptional work environment

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran