Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Ops Manager Hauling
Manages hauling operations, staff and safety for commercial, roll‑off and residential waste collection.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Operations Manager – Hauling leads the collections activities for commercial, industrial and residential customers across a geographically dispersed area. This role supervises Operations Supervisors, Dispatchers, Operations Clerks, Drivers and Helpers, ensuring the route system runs efficiently for commercial, roll‑off and residential services. Working closely with the General Manager and other unit leaders, the manager implements local market strategies that support the broader strategic and marketing plans of the business unit. Key responsibilities include hiring, training, coaching and performance management of staff, as well as setting supervisory goals and addressing safety issues and claims. The manager executes tactical initiatives to enhance customer experience, drive growth, and improve profitability while maintaining high productivity and controlling labor, disposal expenses and budgetary commitments. Safety, accident prevention, regulatory compliance, and loss‑control programs are overseen to create a safe, productive work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸route management
- ▸staff supervision
- ▸safety compliance
- ▸budget control
- ▸customer experience
- ▸talent development
What You Bring
Success in this role requires strong business acumen, strategic thinking and the ability to execute formulated strategies. The manager must lead change initiatives, direct large teams, and be highly process‑ and results‑oriented, demonstrating problem‑solving, analytical, critical‑thinking and decision‑making skills. Collaboration, ethical behavior, creative thinking, and proven talent judgment are essential for building high‑performance teams.
Requirements
- ▸business acumen
- ▸strategic thinking
- ▸change management
- ▸analytical
- ▸decision making
- ▸collaboration
Benefits
The minimum qualification is a high school diploma or GED, coupled with at least two years of supervisory or management experience or completion of Republic Services’ management trainee program. Compensation ranges from $104,400 to $143,550, with an annual incentive bonus targeting 20% of base salary. Additional compensation details are provided on the company’s pay‑transparency page. Republic Services has earned numerous recognitions such as Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies, CDP Disclosure, Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes, and Great Place to Work awards. Employees benefit from continuous investment in tools and technology, ample learning and growth opportunities, and a collaborative environment that values each team member’s contribution to a more sustainable world. • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts. • Short- and long-term disability insurance. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • 401(k) plan with a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Paid Time Off (PTO). • Annual incentive bonus (MIP) targeting 20% of annual compensation.
Work Environment
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