Operations Manager

Northwest Cascade Inc.; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the portable sanitation industry as a California Operations Manager. Oversee operations across the Bay Area and Sacramento, ensuring compliance and excellence in service delivery. This role offers career growth, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to work with a dedicated team. Lead with a focus on values such as commitment, customer focus, and accountability.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Shareholder eligibility after one fiscal year

Employer-paid medical, dental, vision

Paid time off & 401(k) with company match

On-the-job training and advancement paths

Qualifications

• Experience managing dispersed field teams and multi-site operations.
• Knowledge of California-specific compliance and safety standards.
• Proficiency in scheduling, routing, and dispatch.

Responsibilities

• Lead all daily operations including scheduling and service delivery.
• Manage Area Managers and field employees, providing support and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and promote a safety-first culture.

Skills

Operations Management

Team Leadership

Customer Service Excellence

Safety & Compliance

Quality Control

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California Operations Manager – Portable Sanitation & Site Services

Salary Range: $100,000 – $135,000 Annually
Discretionary Bonus: Up to 40% of annual salary
Additional Perks: Company vehicle, shareholder eligibility after one fiscal year, paid weekly
Benefits: Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, PTO & 401(k) with company match

Who We Are:

Honey Bucket, a division of Northwest Cascade, is changing expectations by providing exceptional portable sanitation and site services across the Western U.S. With more than 750 employees across seven states, we deliver high-quality portable restrooms, hand-washing stations, temporary fencing, and storage containers.

We are proud to offer more than just a paycheck—Honey Bucket is a company where under-credentialed overachievers can thrive. Our culture is grounded in our four core values:
Commitment • Customer Focus • Can-Do Attitude • Accountability

What We’re Looking For:

A seasoned operations leader to oversee all aspects of Honey Bucket’s portable sanitation operations across the Bay Area of California and Sacramento. The ideal candidate will be a confident, hands-on leader with experience managing dispersed field teams, overseeing multi-site operations, and navigating California-specific compliance and safety standards. This role is part of the Honey Bucket Leadership Team and will report directly to the COO.

Our ideal candidate would be primarily based out of Hayward, but travel frequently to all locations engaging with local field employees - current locations include Hayward, Sacramento and Santa Rosa. Typical schedule is Monday–Friday with some weekend availability required, especially during peak event seasons.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operations Management: Lead all daily operations including scheduling, routing, dispatch, service delivery, and facility oversight. Maintain accountability for site performance and P&L results.
• Team Leadership: Manage Area Managers, Supervisors, and field employees. Provide coaching, direction, and accountability to ensure individual and team success.
• Culture Building: Model and promote Honey Bucket values. Clearly communicate mission, priorities, and expectations to all team members.
• Customer Service Excellence: Build strong relationships with clients and ensure exceptional service delivery under our promise of “Every Service, Every Day.”
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure operations comply with OSHA, Cal/OSHA, DOT, and environmental regulations. Foster a safety-first culture.
• Fleet & Inventory Oversight: Maintain equipment condition and ensure inventory levels meet operational needs. Ensure asset tracking and maintenance schedules are current.
• Quality Control: Enforce procedures for cleanliness, service standards, and operational consistency across all locations.
• Talent Development: Hire, onboard, train, and promote team members based on performance and alignment with company values. Implement performance plans when needed.
• Strategic Contributions: Participate in leadership planning, monthly Results Team meetings, and operational L10s. Help define and execute on quarterly and annual goals.

Physical and Driving Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and climb throughout the day in office and field environments
• Regular driving required across varied terrain and road conditions
• Must meet physical and medical requirements for safe vehicle operation under company insurance guidelines
• Frequent visits to job sites, yards, and events in outdoor environments year-round

Why Join Us:

• Employee-Owned: You’ll be part of an employee-owned company, with the opportunity to become a shareholder
• Career Growth: We invest in our people with on-the-job training, advancement paths, and educational reimbursement
• Great Benefits: We offer employer-paid medical, vision, and dental, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Unique-Culture: Hard-work, grit and ingenuity with values focus and a sense of humor