About this role
We are currently seeking an Operations Manager for our landfill located in Athens, TN.
Under minimal direction, the Landfill Operations Manager will be a leader responsible for the safe and efficient operations at the Meadowbranch Landfill. At a minimum, this will include working with all landfill personnel regarding the disposal activities, scheduling personnel, coordinating equipment maintenance and repair, and improving the conditions of the site.
Essential Functions:
Plan and manage the day-to-day landfill operations that best utilize personnel and equipment.
Schedule and conduct safety meetings and document attendees and topics covered.
Ensure employees follow safety guidelines and perform duties in a safe manner.
Promote an effective safety program that seeks to prevent accidents, avoid injuries and recognize safe employees and landfill customers.
Provide input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.
Develop and coach personnel to operate in a safe, efficient and cost effective manner.
Operate heavy equipment as necessary.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
5 or more years’ experience in landfill operations or heavy construction industry
Proficient with the operations and maintenance of heavy equipment
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Strong problem solving skills and decision making abilities
Exceptional leadership and communication skills
What you’ll get from us:
Competitive Compensation
401(K) with company match; let us help you save for your future
Healthcare; Medical, Dental, Vision
Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistance Mental Health Program, Emergency Travel Assistance, Prepaid Legal Plan, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Relief Fund
Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.
Other facts
About Waste Connections
Pick your destination. We’ll help you get there. That’s how we’ve been growing our local teams and our national recognition for more than 20 years. Our culture is rooted in the idea that our leaders are here to serve our employees. That means wherever you’re headed on your journey – to a new role, to a better lifestyle, or simply to those moments on the job that stick with you – rest assured, we’ll be traveling along with you.
We are Waste Connections, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We’re proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.
What you'll do
- The Landfill Operations Manager will oversee the safe and efficient operations at the Meadowbranch Landfill, including managing personnel and equipment. They will also conduct safety meetings and ensure compliance with safety guidelines.
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