District Manager I

WM•Sumter, SC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Manages the day-to-day collection operations of a single site or multiple sites or a single Line of Business or multiple Lines of Business, establishes, and maintains performance and productivity metrics and cost management processes. Responsible for P&L. Route Managers and/or District Operations Managers will report directly to this role. This role is responsible for both Orangeburg & Sumter hauling locations with a total staff of approximately 30-35 full time employees running 20 routes between both locations. The DM will be expected to spend half of their time at each location weekly.

Requirements

Associate's Degree
High School Diploma or GED
Two (2) years relevant of work experience
2 years in a role with supervisory and/or P&L responsibility (in addition to education requirement).
Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
Must be able to maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record throughout the duration of employment in this position

Responsibilities

Manages the District’s day-to-day operations and provides daily support to drivers in ensuring safety, service, and savings.
Executes necessary precautions to ensure safety and compliance with Company, OSHA, and other standards and regulations.
Ensures thorough root cause investigations for all injuries and incidents, following up with consistent coaching and retraining.
Oversees department personnel needs, including selecting, coaching, disciplining, and training employees and evaluating employee performance.
Manages termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.
Formulates short-term and long-term goals and action plans in conjunction with the Senior District Manager and/or Director of Collection Operations.
Participates in regular P&L reviews to ensure that budgets are met; develops and implements programs for optimal equipment utilization, equipment maintenance, and labor and material costs.
Interacts with local city, municipal, and county agencies to ensure customer satisfaction, improve efficiency, renew contracts, and negotiate new contracts; establishes WM as a good corporate citizen and valued resource.