Landfill Supervisor

Campbell County, WY; Wyoming (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell County is hiring a Landfill Supervisor to oversee daily operations, supervise equipment operators and mechanics, and ensure compliance with OSHA and DEQ regulations. You will train staff, manage records, and help plan budgets while directing equipment resources and project schedules.

The role requires a Class A license, 3–5 years of landfill experience, and strong leadership abilities. This position involves supervising safety and operational standards at the landfill facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years landfill experience preferred.
• Equivalent combination of training, education, and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned personnel: assign, review, guide, and evaluate performance.
• Ensure compliance with DEQ rules and landfill permit requirements; maintain records.
• Direct equipment manpower resources, set priorities, and respond to emergencies.
• Lead budget preparation, monitor line items, and manage supplies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Mathematical skills

Communication

Equipment operation

Leadership

Education

High school diploma (or GED)

3–5 years landfill experience

Equivalent training/education/experience

Tools

Office software

Landfill permits

Basic bookkeeping

Job description

10-hour day, 40 hr. week, rotating shift. Direct supervision over equipment operators and mechanics. Receive general directions from Landfill Superintendent. Supervisory tasks required for day-to-day function and maintenance of solid waste disposal operations. Train personnel in safe operation of machinery and equipment. Ensure compliance with OSHA and other safety and occupational health standards, taking immediate action with personnel not in compliance. Maintain understanding of industry, equipment, tools, methods, techniques, terminology, records, and paperwork of Landfill operation required by WDEQ. Assess for operation and ability to operate light, medium and heavy equipment as required. Monitor and operate environmental monitoring equipment. Adhere to safe work practices and procedures. Attend and participate in staff meetings, workshops, conferences, and classes to increase professional knowledge.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Supervises the work of assigned personnel, including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Ensures compliance with Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) rules and regulations according to Landfill permit.
• Maintains appropriate records and paperwork of Landfill operation.
• Directs the allocation of equipment manpower resources to various repairs and operations. Sets priorities to deal with emergencies or unanticipated needs.
• Participates in the preparation and administration of the Landfill budget. Submits recommendations. Monitors assigned line items.
• Assesses light, medium, and heavy equipment daily in order to ensure proper and safe operation.
• Anticipates and schedules material supply and disbursement.
• Schedules and reviews current and upcoming projects.
• Verifies daily cash deposits. Transports deposits and mail, as needed.
• Performs Spill Prevention Containment and Control (SPCC) inspections of bulk storage tanks according to EPA guidelines.

• Performs related duties as required

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma (or GED equivalent)
• Three (3) to five (5) years of landfill experience
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

Required Liceses or Certifications:

• Class A driver’s license
• Wyoming Solid Waste Managers exam

Knowledge of:

• English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
• Landfill permits
• Principles and practices of employee supervision
• Landfill operation industry, equipment, tools, methods, techniques, and terminology
• Practices of budget preparation and administration
• Record keeping and report preparation

Skill in:

• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
• Communication, both oral and written
• Operating light, medium, and heavy construction equipment
• Leadership

Ability to:

• Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
• Apply standard practices in Landfill operations
• Maintain accurate and complete records
• Implement proper safety protocols

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office or similar indoor environment - Seldom or Never
• Outdoor environment - Seldom or Never
• Street environment (near moving traffic) - Seldom or Never
• Construction site - Seldom or Never
• Confined space - Seldom or Never
• Vehicle - Seldom or Never
• Warehouse environment - Seldom or Never
• Shop environment - Seldom or Never
• Other: Active Pit Area - Seldom or Never
• Individuals who are hostile or irate - Seldom or Never
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds - Seldom or Never
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) - Seldom or Never
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) - Seldom or Never
• Communicable diseases - Seldom or Never
• Moving mechanical parts - Seldom or Never
• Fumes or airborne particles - Seldom or Never
• Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances or waste - Seldom or Never
• Loud noises (85+ decibels) - Seldom or Never
• Other - Seldom or Never

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The position involves heavy physical demands, such as exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

Campbell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.