On-site Transportation Operations Leader

Waste Management; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Waste Management is seeking an Operations Manager to lead onboarding, development, coaching, mentoring, and performance management of drivers and helpers at their Visalia location. This hands-on leader will influence across the broader team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and strong operational execution in transportation and logistics.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of people management experience, a proven coaching ability, and can navigate change while ensuring safety

Qualifications

• Onboarding and development of frontline drivers and helpers.
• Two years of people management experience recommended.
• Ability to coach, navigate change, and drive safe, efficient operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee onboarding and ongoing coaching for frontline staff.
• Hold daily check-ins to support onboarding and performance.
• Review daily route documentation and safety/compliance records.
• Investigate incidents and ensure retraining as needed.

Skills

People leadership

Coaching

Safety focus

Communication

Bilingual preferred

Education

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma

Job description

Waste Management is seeking an Operations Manager to lead onboarding, development, coaching, mentoring, and performance management of drivers and helpers at their Visalia location. This hands-on leader will influence across the broader team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and strong operational execution in transportation and logistics.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of people management experience, a proven coaching ability, and can navigate change while ensuring safety