Municipal Solid Waste & Landfill Operations Leader

Gfoat; Amarillo, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Amarillo seeks an accomplished Solid Waste Superintendent to oversee both Collection and Disposal divisions, reporting to the Director of Public Works. The role emphasizes leadership, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and long-range planning to improve operations and customer service.

The ideal candidate brings extensive municipal solid waste and landfill operations experience, along with a strong regulatory background and a proven record in building high-performing teams in a public

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of supervisory or management experience in solid waste operations.
• MSW A License issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
• Valid Texas Class C Driver’s License.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets, personnel, regulatory compliance, and operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of both the Solid Waste Collection and Disposal Divisions.
• Lead a collaborative, people-focused team and promote customer service excellence.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, budgeting, and long-range operational planning.
• Report to the Director of Public Works and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Municipal solid waste operations

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting

Operational planning

Texas Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business/Public Admin or related)

MSW A License (TCEQ)

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The City of Amarillo seeks an accomplished Solid Waste Superintendent to oversee both Collection and Disposal divisions, reporting to the Director of Public Works. The role emphasizes leadership, regulatory compliance, budgeting, and long-range planning to improve operations and customer service.

The ideal candidate brings extensive municipal solid waste and landfill operations experience, along with a strong regulatory background and a proven record in building high-performing teams in a public