Waste Route Operations Lead - Home Daily

Earthwise Environmental Solutions LLC; Elizabeth (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Opportunities for growth and promotion

Job summary

Earthwise Environmental Solutions LLC in Elizabeth, PA, is hiring a Commercial Route Manager to oversee daily commercial waste collection operations, supervising drivers and route personnel to meet schedules safely and efficiently.

The role requires addressing customer concerns, optimizing routes, and ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies. Competitive pay and benefits are offered with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in waste management, transportation, logistics, or route operations required.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of commercial waste collection operations and route management practices preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred or required based on operational needs.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and respond effectively to changing operational needs.
• Proficiency with computers, route management systems, and standard business software.
• Ability to work in the field and respond to operational issues as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily commercial collection routes to ensure timely and efficient service.
• Monitor driver attendance, productivity, performance, and compliance with company policies.
• Ensure drivers follow established routes, collection schedules, and proper service procedures.
• Address missed pickups, service delays, customer complaints, and other operational issues promptly.
• Conduct field observations and route inspections to ensure safe driving practices and proper collection procedures.
• Assist with route planning, scheduling, route adjustments, and workload balancing.
• Communicate service issues, customer requests, and operational needs to the appropriate departments.
• Ensure vehicles are inspected and maintained in accordance with company procedures and safety requirements.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, injuries, property damage, and other incidents promptly.
• Assist with training, coaching, and performance management of drivers and route personnel.
• Monitor service quality and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate records of route activity, attendance, incidents, and employee performance.
• Work collaboratively with Customer Service, Sales, Fleet Maintenance, and other departments to resolve service-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable DOT regulations, OSHA requirements, environmental regulations, and company safety policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Field work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Route management software

Job description

Earthwise Environmental Solutions LLC in Elizabeth, PA, is hiring a Commercial Route Manager to oversee daily commercial waste collection operations, supervising drivers and route personnel to meet schedules safely and efficiently.

The role requires addressing customer concerns, optimizing routes, and ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies. Competitive pay and benefits are offered with opportunities for growth.