Site Manager

Socket.dev; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Disability insurance (Long/Short term)

Job summary

Alaska Waste, a Waste Connections Company, is seeking a Site Manager to lead daily operations at our Fairbanks location. The role oversees personnel, equipment, safety, compliance, customer relations, and financial performance, partnering with the Division Vice President to drive growth.

The ideal candidate has strong operational and financial leadership, works outdoors in all weather, and ensures regulatory adherence across OSHA, DOT, and EPA frameworks.

Qualifications

• Prior supervisory or management experience in the solid waste industry.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience managing P&L, budgets, and forecasts.
• Previous leadership experience in a transportation or operations-driven environment.
• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and maintain accountability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word; ability to learn company systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all site personnel, including drivers, mechanics, and staff; responsible for hiring, training, coaching, performance management, and disciplinary actions
• Schedule employees, equipment, and third-party contractors to ensure efficient completion of daily operations and facility projects
• Maintain a strong safety culture by executing safety programs, setting safety goals, and ensuring compliance with company policies, OSHA, DOT, EPA, and EMS
• Conduct regular field inspections and audits to ensure proper work practices and regulatory compliance
• Oversee complex compliance programs, including environmental, DOT, OSHA, and local permitting requirements
• Partner with the Division Vice President to develop and execute short-term and long-term operational and growth plans
• Monitor budgets and operating metrics; participate in regular P&L reviews to manage labor, material, and equipment costs
• Implement programs to improve equipment utilization, maintenance, and overall operational efficiency
• Interact with customers, local municipalities, and county representatives to ensure customer satisfaction and operational efficiency
• Coordinate with state and local regulatory agencies to ensure effective compliance with applicable rules and regulations
• Receive, review, and resolve customer complaints related to collection and site operations

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Regulatory knowledge

Outdoor work readiness

English communication

Organizational skills

MS Excel

MS Word

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Site Manager

Company: Alaska Waste, a Waste Connections Company
Location: Fairbanks, AK

Position Overview

Alaska Waste is seeking an experienced Site Manager or District Manager to lead daily operations at our Fairbanks location. This role is responsible for overseeing personnel, equipment, safety, compliance, customer relations, and financial performance. The Site Manager works closely with the Division Vice President to drive operational excellence, ensure regulatory compliance, and support both short‑and long‑term site growth.

This position is ideal for a hands‑on leader with strong operational, financial, and people‑management skills who is comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all site personnel, including drivers, mechanics, and all other staff; responsible for hiring, training, coaching, performance management, and disciplinary actions

• Schedule employees, equipment, and third‑party contractors to ensure efficient completion of daily operations and facility projects

• Maintain a strong safety culture by executing safety programs, setting safety goals, and ensuring compliance with company policies, OSHA, DOT, EPA, and Environmental Management Systems (EMS)

• Conduct regular field inspections and audits to ensure proper work practices and regulatory compliance

• Oversee complex compliance programs, including environmental, DOT, OSHA, and local permitting requirements

• Partner with the DVP to develop and execute short‑term and long‑term operational and growth plans

• Monitor budgets and operating metrics; participate in regular P&L reviews to manage labor, material, and equipment costs

• Implement programs to improve equipment utilization, maintenance, and overall operational efficiency

• Interact with customers, local municipalities, and county representatives to ensure customer satisfaction and operational efficiency

• Coordinate with state and local regulatory agencies to ensure effective compliance with applicable rules and regulations

• Receive, review, and resolve customer complaints related to collection and site operations

Qualifications

Required:

• Prior supervisory or management experience in the solid waste industry

• Strong financial acumen, including experience managing P&L, budgets, and forecasts

• Previous leadership experience in a transportation or operations‑driven environment

• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, and EPA regulations

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and maintain accountability

• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel and Word, and ability to learn company‑specific systems

• Ability to communicate effectively in English

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

• 2+ years of managing teams in a people‑driven environment

• Willingness to relocate in the future for growth opportunities

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.