Route Operations Supervisor — Lead Safety & Efficiency

Waste Pro; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Waste Pro is hiring a Commercial Route Supervisor in Covington, LA. This role oversees daily service delivery to commercial customers, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective service in line with Waste Pro practices and regulations.

The supervisor guides drivers using Safety and Positive Leadership principles. The position emphasizes safety, route optimization, and customer service, with responsibilities spanning inspections, scheduling, and on‑the‑ground leadership.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 3–5 years experience in the transportation, management, logistics or waste industry.
• Associate's Degree or minimum of 2 years experience in transportation, logistics, or solid waste operations is acceptable.
• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, ANSI and other related regulations.
• Valid class A or B CDL (or ability to obtain within 3 months) with a driving record meeting standards.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise drivers and daily operations; verify pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Establish a safe, clean work environment and enforce company policies.
• Lead safety discussions and weekly safety meetings.
• Route planning for new starts and optimizing service calls to control labor costs.
• Address customer issues and coordinate with sales for service changes.
• Monitor driver time, inspections, and DOT hours of service; manage accident reports.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Driver supervision

Customer service

Safety coaching/leadership

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Waste Pro is hiring a Commercial Route Supervisor in Covington, LA. This role oversees daily service delivery to commercial customers, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective service in line with Waste Pro practices and regulations.

The supervisor guides drivers using Safety and Positive Leadership principles. The position emphasizes safety, route optimization, and customer service, with responsibilities spanning inspections, scheduling, and on‑the‑ground leadership.