Operations Supervisor

GFL Environmental; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

20% annual performance bonus

15 days PTO + holidays

Multiple medical plans (including HSA)

Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead our morning dispatch and route execution from 4:00 AM.

You will empower driver teams to hit the road safely and on time, while building a high-performance, safety-first culture across the fleet. In this hands-on role you will recruit, onboard, train, and mentor drivers, monitor route progress, ensure CDL/DOT compliance, and resolve customer issues quickly.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in transportation, logistics, or fleet operations.
• Experience driving commercial trucks or managing CDL drivers.
• Solid understanding of CDL/DOT driver regulations and safety protocols.
• Willingness to start early (4:00 AM) and lead by example.

Responsibilities

• Oversee morning dispatch and fleet execution starting at 4:00 AM.
• Recruit, onboard, train, and mentor drivers and helpers.
• Monitor route completion and optimize daily container pickups.
• Maintain a proactive safety culture with daily check-ins and meetings.
• Handle customer requests and route issues with fast solutions.
• Ensure CDL/DOT regulatory compliance and enter daily metrics.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Morning Energy & Reliability

Industry Acumen

Safety & Regulatory Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management is an asset

Job description

Select, supervise and train employees in their respective position to ensure safe, professional and efficient service in assigned branch. Provide leadership which results in positive employee/employer relations and a professional corporate image.

About the Role

Are you a proven leader in transportation or logistics looking for your next career move with an industry powerhouse? GFL Environmental is seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking Operations Supervisor to take charge of our morning dispatch and route execution. Starting at 4:00 AM, you will be the key operational catalyst- spearheading early-morning rollouts, empowering our driver teams to hit the road safely and on time, and driving daily operational excellence. If you bring strong leadership acumen, sharp problem-solving skills, and a desire to build a long-term career with a fast-growing company, this is your opportunity to lead and succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Morning Dispatch & Fleet Execution: Set the tone for the day starting at 4:00 AM-overseeing driver sign-ins, completing vehicle inspection logs, and ensuring fleet vehicles roll out on schedule.
• Team Leadership & Development: Recruit, onboard, train, and mentor drivers and helpers to build a high-performing, safety-focused culture.
• Operational Efficiency: Monitor route completion, optimize daily container pick-ups, and manage driver scheduling to meet or exceed productivity targets.
• Safety First: Champion a proactive safety culture through daily check-ins, monthly safety meetings, routine route observations, and swift incident investigations.
• Customer & Issue Resolution: Serve as the escalation point for customer requests, missed stops, or route roadblocks, delivering fast, effective solutions.
• Compliance & Data Entry: Maintain complete compliance with CDL regulations, DOT standards, and accurately enter daily operational metrics into our system.

Why Work with Team Green?

At GFL, our people are our strongest asset. We invest heavily in our team members, providing clear advancement pathways across our North American network.

• Competitive base salary ($70k-$85k) + 20% annual performance bonus potential.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 15 days of PTO right out of the gate, plus paid company holidays.
• Comprehensive Benefits: 4 medical plan options (including HSA with employer contribution & match), plus complete dental and vision coverage.
• Financial Future: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee Well-Being: Free counseling services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Career Growth: Stability in an essential, recession-resilient industry with real opportunities for promotion into higher management roles.

What We’re Looking For

• Leadership Experience: Prior supervisory or management experience (preferred in transportation, waste management, fleet operations, or logistics).
• Morning Energy & Reliability: Ready to own the early-morning start (4:00 AM) and bring positive energy to set up our drivers for success every day.
• Industry Acumen: Experience driving commercial trucks, managing CDL drivers, or handling fleet dispatch is strongly preferred.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management is an asset.
• Safety & Regulatory Knowledge: Solid understanding of CDL/DOT driver regulations and safety protocols.

Ready to Grow Your Career with GFL?

Join Team Green today and take the lead in a career that offers stability, top-tier compensation, and boundless growth opportunities.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

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Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required.

Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants.

Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.

At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset-our people.

So, we're glad you landed here!

We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions.

We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us.

At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people.

Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we’re proud to support them in that journey.

We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire- whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions.

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