Waste Operations Supervisor: Route Leadership & Safety

Arakelian Enterprises Inc; Louisiana; On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits package

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401K

Life Insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Career development programs

Job summary

Athens Services is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee waste collection routes and drive performance daily. You will coach drivers on productivity and safety, monitor route changes, and coordinate with maintenance and sales to meet service levels.

You will ensure compliance with OSHA and DOT regulations, manage time and attendance, and lead weekly safety meetings while optimizing resources across operations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; 1–2 years management experience.
• Knowledge of Federal DOT regulations.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations; strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, monitor, and follow-up daily route assignments to ensure customers are serviced per company standards.
• Ensure drivers are available and assigned daily, covering absences with spare resources.
• Monitor driver time and attendance to minimize overtime and stay within regulatory limits.
• Conduct weekly safety meetings and lead safety initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Management experience

DOT regulations knowledge

OSHA regulations knowledge

Microsoft Office

Physical ability

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

AS-400 systems

Class A License

Job description

Athens Services is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee waste collection routes and drive performance daily. You will coach drivers on productivity and safety, monitor route changes, and coordinate with maintenance and sales to meet service levels.

You will ensure compliance with OSHA and DOT regulations, manage time and attendance, and lead weekly safety meetings while optimizing resources across operations.