Operations Supervisor (Route Supervisor)

Athens Services; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Career plan

Professional development learning

Recognition programs

Job summary

Athens Services in Irwindale, CA is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee waste collection routes, coach drivers on productivity and safety, and ensure OSHA/DOT compliance. You will plan daily routes, coordinate with Maintenance and Sales, monitor overtime, and enforce regulatory hours rules while supporting a safe, efficient operation.

Join a team focused on operational excellence, budget discipline, and continuous improvement through weekly safety meetings and hands-on leadership.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of management experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledgeable in Federal DOT regulations.
• Knowledgeable in OSHA standard regulations.
• Exceptional leadership abilities.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Plans, distributes, monitors, and follows-up daily route assignments to meet company standards.
• Ensures drivers are available and assigned daily, covering absences with spare resources.
• Monitors daily operations and communicates route changes to drivers.
• Coordinates daily needs with Maintenance and with the Operations Manager.
• Monitors driver and helper time and attendance, minimizing overtime and respecting 60-hour limits.
• Assists in ensuring Maintenance budget performance.
• Monitors overweight loads and guides employees to reduce them.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections on fleet vehicles.
• Conducts verbal, written, and suspension disciplinary actions when required.
• Leads weekly safety meetings to reinforce safe work practices.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

AS-400

Class A / B License

Job description

SummaryThe Operations Supervisor manages waste collection routes and driver / helper performance on a daily basis. This position ensures that driver and helper resources are adequate to meet daily operational demands. The Operations Supervisor observes and rides along on routes, coaching drivers on improving productivity and safety while adhering to OSHA and any other related DOT federal regulations. The Operations Supervisor troubleshoots and resolves safety, services, and operational issues in collaboration with sales, customer services, and maintenance functions.Job DescriptionPlans, distributes, monitors, and follows-up daily route assignments to ensure customers are serviced per Company standards and agreements.Ensures that drivers are available and assigned on a daily basis, covering last minute call-ins or absences with spare drivers or other resources.Monitors daily operations and communicates any changes to routes, procedures, or requirements to drivers.Coordinates daily operational needs with Maintenance team.Coordinates efforts with Operations Manager to ensure proper utilization of resources, adjustments to routes, and other operational issues.Monitors driver and helper time and attendance, minimizing overtime and ensuring that drivers do not exceed limits established by regulatory agencies (e.g. 60 hour rule).Assists the Operations Manager in ensuring Maintenance budget performance.Monitors daily over weight loads and provides guidance to employees to reduce those loads.Monitor daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on work force vehicles.Performs verbal, written, and suspension disciplinary actions when required.Performs weekly safety meetings to teach employees the importance of working safe.Required Qualifications:High School Diploma or G.E.D.1 – 2 years of management experience.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.Knowledgeable in Federal DOT regulations.Knowledgeable in OSHA standard regulations.Exceptional leadership abilities.Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in a related field.Proficient in AS-400 systems.Class A / B License.Waste industry experience.Bilingual English/Spanish.Physical/Environmental Demands:Physical:Seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, organization, concentration, working with interruptions & interpersonal abilities continuously.Eye/hand coordination, driving, feet (pedals) continuously.Climbing (Stairs/Ladders), standing, walking, fingering (typing), handling (holding), & calculating frequently.Balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, pushing, reaching, sitting, wrist motion occasionallyEnvironmental:Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, noise, grease, oil, hot/cold temperatures, standing on concrete & vibration continuously.Exposure to electrical hazards, chemicals, and uneven or slippery surfaces occasionally.Works inside & outside.Schedule: Monday - Friday with one day off and every Saturday from 5:00AM until last Driver comes in based on city overseenSalary Range: $70,304 - $92,335 annuallyBenefits:Competitive wagesComprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision401KLife InsurancePaid Vacation and Sick TimeCareer planRecognition programsProfessional development learningAn exceptional work environmentAthens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran