Landfill Operations Supervisor II

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Kettleman City, CA

7d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience in landfill, construction, heavy civil, earthmoving, excavation, or similar field operations environments.
Strong people leadership, communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly operational environment.
Knowledge of GPS, surveying, CAD, or project-based construction environments.
Experience leading crews, managing equipment-intensive operations, and driving results through teamwork and operational excellence.

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.