Route Operations Lead – Safety, Compliance & Coaching

Arakelian Enterprises Inc; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive benefits package

401K

Paid vacation and sick time

Career plan

Professional development

Recognition programs

Exceptional work environment

Job summary

Arakelian Enterprises Inc in Irwindale, CA is seeking an Operations Supervisor to manage waste collection routes and front-line driver performance daily. You will coach drivers on productivity and safety, monitor route changes, and coordinate with Maintenance and Sales teams to meet service standards and regulatory requirements.

A strong leadership background and DOT/OSHA knowledge are essential. Responsibilities include planning routes, covering absences, monitoring hours and preventing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 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.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• AS-400 systems proficiency.
• Class A/B license.
• Waste industry experience.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Plan, distribute, monitor daily route assignments to ensure customers are serviced per Company standards.
• Ensure drivers are available daily and cover absences with spare drivers or other resources.
• Coach drivers on productivity and safety while adhering to regulations.
• Coordinate daily operational needs with Maintenance team and Operations Manager.
• Monitor driver and helper time and attendance, minimizing overtime.
• Lead weekly safety meetings to promote safe work practices.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicles.
• Handle disciplinary actions as required.
• Coordinate with Sales, Customer Services, and Maintenance teams.
• Monitor and adjust routes and resource utilization.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Bilingual English/Spanish

Physical fitness

Regulatory compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

AS-400 systems

Microsoft Office

Class A/B License

Job description

Arakelian Enterprises Inc in Irwindale, CA is seeking an Operations Supervisor to manage waste collection routes and front-line driver performance daily. You will coach drivers on productivity and safety, monitor route changes, and coordinate with Maintenance and Sales teams to meet service standards and regulatory requirements.

A strong leadership background and DOT/OSHA knowledge are essential. Responsibilities include planning routes, covering absences, monitoring hours and preventing