Route Supervisor

Mid Valley Disposal; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-Valley Disposal is seeking a Route Supervisor to oversee daily route operations and lead a team of drivers and helpers. This frontline leadership role focuses on safety, service reliability, and route performance in a fast-paced setting.

You will direct operations, coach staff, and ensure compliance with DOT and company safety standards while driving continuous improvement in routing efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in transportation, fleet, or route-based operations.
• Prior supervisory or management experience.
• Experience leading teams and managing performance.
• Waste, recycling, or fleet operations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise daily route operations to ensure safe, on-time service.
• Monitor route productivity, service metrics, and labor utilization.
• Identify opportunities to improve routing efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Lead safety meetings and enforce safety regulations.
• Coach and develop drivers and helpers.
• Collaborate with dispatch, maintenance, and customer service teams.

Skills

Leadership

Route operations

Team supervision

Safety management

DOT compliance

Performance coaching

Job description

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Route Supervisor – Lead a team. Make an impact. Grow your career

Full Time Management Kingsburg, CA, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1626

Salary Range: $72,000.00 To $76,000.00 Annually

Lead Operations. Drive Performance. Build Strong Teams.

Mid-Valley Disposal is seeking an experienced Route Supervisor to oversee daily collection operations and lead a team of drivers and helpers. This role is ideal for a proven field leader who brings strong operational judgment, critical thinking skills, and the ability to confidently articulate decisions in a fast-paced environment.

As a Route Supervisor, you will be accountable for safety performance, service reliability, route efficiency, and team development. This is not just a dispatch role — it is a frontline leadership position with direct impact on operational results.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Oversight

• Direct and supervise daily route operations to ensure safe, compliant, and on-time service delivery.
• Monitor route productivity, service metrics, and labor utilization.
• Analyze operational challenges and implement practical solutions in real time.
• Identify opportunities to improve routing efficiency and reduce downtime.

Leadership & Accountability

• Lead, coach, and hold drivers and helpers accountable to performance standards.
• Conduct ride-alongs, road evaluations, and performance discussions.
• Address performance issues promptly and professionally.
• Foster a culture of ownership, teamwork, and high standards.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with DOT, CHP, and company safety regulations.
• Lead safety meetings and reinforce safe work practices.
• Investigate incidents and develop corrective action plans.
• Maintain proper documentation and reporting standards.

Communication & Decision-Making

• Serve as the primary field contact for drivers throughout the day.
• Resolve customer service issues professionally and decisively.
• Collaborate with dispatch, maintenance, and customer service teams to maintain operational continuity.
• Clearly articulate operational decisions and expectations to team members.

Talent Development

• Support onboarding and training of new drivers.
• Conduct road tests and skill assessments.
• Develop team members for advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in transportation, fleet, logistics, or route-based operations.
• Prior supervisory or management experience required.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing performance.
• Waste, recycling, or fleet operations experience strongly preferred.

License

• Valid Class A or B CDL required.

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership presence and ability to influence and motivate teams.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and sound decision-making skills.
• Ability to assess operational risk and act decisively.