Waste Services Supervisor: Lead Routes & Crews

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County is seeking a Waste Services Supervisor in Nashville to oversee multiple crews and district operations. You will coordinate routes, supervise staff, resolve public concerns, and maintain safety and performance records across waste collection and related activities.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and four years of waste management collection experience, with a Class B CDL or higher preferred.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in waste management or similar operations.
• Knowledge of large truck operations, sanitation issues, and route considerations.
• Experience training staff on processes and procedures and evaluating performance.

Responsibilities

• Supervises several crews within a designated section or service.
• Coordinates activities with other sections or divisions as needed.
• Participates in the development of routes and route assignments.
• Investigates and resolves complaints from the public.
• Maintains records and prepares basic reports.
• May operate, tow, or transport equipment or commercial motor vehicles.
• Performs various supervisory duties.
• Assigns and reviews the work of employees.
• Evaluates the performance of the employees under direct supervision.
• Reviews the evaluations given by subordinates.
• Approves leave requests.
• Counsels with and corrects employees as needed.
• Inspects equipment and vehicles for safety and/or maintenance issues and reports problems.

Skills

Supervising others

Truck operation & maintenance

Employee training

Vehicle inspection & DOT compliance

Route inspection & planning

Safety awareness

CDL license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County is seeking a Waste Services Supervisor in Nashville to oversee multiple crews and district operations. You will coordinate routes, supervise staff, resolve public concerns, and maintain safety and performance records across waste collection and related activities.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and four years of waste management collection experience, with a Class B CDL or higher preferred.