Landfill Operations Supervisor II

Job Summary

The Landfill Operations Supervisor is hands-on operations leader positioned to oversee at a unique landfill operation that manages both Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) and Hazardous Waste (Haz Waste) streams, supervise field personnel, and ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations. This role leads a team of operators, technicians, and lead personnel while coordinating workflow, maintenance activities, safety initiatives, and project execution.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in landfill, construction, heavy civil, earthmoving, excavation, or similar field operations environments. Success in this role requires strong people leadership, communication, time management, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly operational environment. Knowledge of GPS, surveying, CAD, or project-based construction environments is a plus.

This is an on-site position offering significant growth potential for individuals looking to advance into larger operational leadership roles within WM. Candidates with experience leading crews, managing equipment-intensive operations, and driving results through teamwork and operational excellence are encouraged to apply. 

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 

• Supervises landfill staff and reviews and evaluates work to ensure quality, timeliness and ensures quality control in adherence to policies and procedures.
• Coordinates workflow and assignments toward the achievement of operational goals.
• Supervises and monitors daily landfill operations, and reviews and controls implementation of safety regulations and company policies and procedures.
• Coordinates repairs, maintenance, and inspections.
• Collects weekly and/or monthly readings. Creates and submits records and reports.
• Oversees personnel needs of the landfill including coaching, training, and evaluating employee performance. Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.

III. Qualifications 

A. Required Qualifications 
 

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited)
• 4 years of previous experience (in addition to education requirement)

B. Preferred Qualifications 

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
 

• Balancing
• Climbing
• Sitting
• Hearing
• Repetitive Motions
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies.
 

PAY: The expected base pay range for this office/on-site position is $80,000 - $90,000 . This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive pay.

V. Benefits 
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. 

 

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ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States:  WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada:  WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative.

WM Leaders are a critical part of our People First culture. The proud, caring and resilient members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We commit to taking care of each other, our customers, our communities and the environment. We are Leaders in Sustainability & Environmental Solutions.

WM is more than just managing waste. We're industry leaders helping people and organizations achieve their sustainability goals, and We Are Always Working for a Sustainable Tomorrow.