Route Supervisor: Lead Driver Team & Safety

Rumpke; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumpke Waste and Recycling in Broadview Heights, OH is seeking a Route Supervisor to lead a team of drivers and oversee daily route operations. You will coach staff, enforce safety standards, and ensure customer service and productivity goals are met.

Ideal candidates hold a valid Class B CDL, a DOT Medical Card, and 2+ years of driving experience. Strong communication and map-reading skills are required; willingness to work nights/weekends is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or better required.
• Valid Class B CDL and DOT Medical Card required prior to hire.
• Minimum 2+ years driving experience preferred.
• Experience in waste/logistics a plus.
• Must be 19+ and legally eligible to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily activities and performance of route drivers.
• Train, coach, and direct employees to improve performance.
• Monitor quality and safety standards and ensure goals are met.
• Run routes as needed (absences, vacations, breakdowns).
• Monitor attendance and route documentation.
• Conduct driver observations and vehicle inspections.
• Plan, distribute, and follow-up on daily route assignments.
• Investigate accidents and property damage claims.
• Fill in during absences of others; perform other duties as assigned.
• This position will manage 6-20 employees.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Map reading

Independent work

DOT OSHA

CDL required

Education

High School diploma or better

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rumpke Waste and Recycling in Broadview Heights, OH is seeking a Route Supervisor to lead a team of drivers and oversee daily route operations. You will coach staff, enforce safety standards, and ensure customer service and productivity goals are met.

Ideal candidates hold a valid Class B CDL, a DOT Medical Card, and 2+ years of driving experience. Strong communication and map-reading skills are required; willingness to work nights/weekends is expected.