Landfill Operations Supervisor

Waste Connections•Red Bluff, CA

5d•$80,000 - $83,000•Onsite

About The Position

Waste Connections is seeking a Landfill Operations Supervisor to oversee daily operations at its Red Bluff, California landfill, including work crews in the landfill, self-haul pad, and material recovery facility. The supervisor monitors operational progress, adjusts staffing and assignments as needed, supports safety goals, conducts field inspections and audits, reviews customer complaints, and manages employee performance. The role develops short- and long-term goals and action plans for the landfill and oversees complex compliance programs, including waste acceptance criteria, landfill gas monitoring, and requirements involving agencies such as CalRecycle, the California State Water Resources Control Board, and OSHA. It also provides operational oversight of heavy equipment and works with maintenance teams to prioritize repairs, troubleshoot issues, and support safe, reliable equipment operation. Landfill operations run seven days a week. The schedule may vary with site needs, and weekend work is required. The position offers an annual salary of $80,000–$83,000 and a 10% annual cash bonus. Candidates must be able to relocate for promotional opportunities based on performance. Waste Connections describes its culture as emphasizing empowerment, integrity, respect, hard work, and long-term career development.

Requirements

Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work weekends.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees, customers, contractors, and leadership, providing clear direction, organizational alignment, and consistent follow-through.
Ability to relocate for promotional opportunities based on performance.
Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite and related business systems.

Nice To Haves

Prior landfill experience.
Bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Assign and supervise work crews operating in the landfill, self-haul pad, and material recovery facility.
Monitor daily operations and reassign employees or adjust staffing as necessary.
Help develop and execute safety goals.
Conduct field inspections and audits of site personnel to ensure proper work procedures.
Receive and review customer complaints.
Conduct performance reviews and performance management discussions.
Formulate short- and long-term goals and action plans for the landfill.
Oversee compliance programs, including waste acceptance criteria, landfill gas monitoring, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Provide operational oversight of heavy equipment and collaborate with maintenance teams to prioritize repairs, troubleshoot issues, and ensure equipment reliability and safe operation.