Roads & Solid Waste Operations Leader

Mille Lacs Band; Minnesota; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mille Lacs Band is seeking a Roads and Solid Waste Operations Manager to oversee the Roads and Solid Waste Departments across all MLBO districts. The role supervises technicians and drivers, plans maintenance and refuse collection, and ensures safety and regulatory compliance.

The incumbent must handle essential on-call duties in emergencies and coordinate with tribal leadership and the Public Works Director. CDL, Hazardous Waste certification, and strong budgeting skills are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: high school or GED with related experience.
• Experience with heavy equipment operation and refuse collection equipment.
• CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements required.
• Hazwoper 40-hour certification required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule road maintenance operations across MLBO districts.
• Direct collection of commercial and residential refuse.
• Supervise Roads Technicians and Solid Waste Drivers.
• Manage program budget and grant writing activities.
• Ensure safety procedures and regulations are followed.

Skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL with air brake & tanker endorsements

HAZWOPER 40-hour certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS

Trashflow (or equivalent)

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Mille Lacs Band is seeking a Roads and Solid Waste Operations Manager to oversee the Roads and Solid Waste Departments across all MLBO districts. The role supervises technicians and drivers, plans maintenance and refuse collection, and ensures safety and regulatory compliance.

The incumbent must handle essential on-call duties in emergencies and coordinate with tribal leadership and the Public Works Director. CDL, Hazardous Waste certification, and strong budgeting skills are required.