Route Operations Leader - Safety, Scheduling & Coaching

Athens Services; California; On-site; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Life Insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Career plan

Recognition programs

Professional development learning

Exceptional work environment

Job summary

Athens Services in Irwindale is seeking an Operations Supervisor to manage waste collection routes, coach drivers, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and coordinate with maintenance and sales teams. You will monitor routes, manage time/attendance, reduce overtime, and lead weekly safety meetings.

This role requires 1–2 years of management experience and a high school diploma; a Bachelor’s degree and AS-400 skills are a plus.

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 with/without accommodations.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred.
• AS-400 systems proficiency preferred.
• Class A/B License preferred.
• Waste industry experience preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish helpful.

Responsibilities

• Plans, distributes, monitors and follows up daily route assignments to ensure customers are serviced.
• Ensures drivers are available and assigned daily, covering absences with spare drivers or resources.
• Monitors daily operations and communicates route changes to drivers.
• Coordinates daily operational needs with Maintenance team.
• Coordinates with Operations Manager to optimize routes and resource use.
• Monitors driver and helper time/attendance to minimize overtime and keep within limits.
• Assists in maintenance budget performance and cost controls.
• Monitors overweight loads and provides guidance to reduce them.
• Conducts weekly safety meetings to promote safe work practices.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Microsoft Office

DOT regulations

OSHA regulations

Physical stamina

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

AS-400 systems

Job description

Athens Services in Irwindale is seeking an Operations Supervisor to manage waste collection routes, coach drivers, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and coordinate with maintenance and sales teams. You will monitor routes, manage time/attendance, reduce overtime, and lead weekly safety meetings.

This role requires 1–2 years of management experience and a high school diploma; a Bachelor’s degree and AS-400 skills are a plus.