Operations Supervisor

GFL Environmental Inc.•Gainesville, FL

About The Position

Think you’ve mastered the art of logistics? Ready to take your leadership skills from "expert" to "legendary"? At GFL Environmental, we don’t just manage waste—we manage a movement. We are looking for an Operations Supervisor II to be the strategic engine behind our high-performing fleet. This isn't your first rodeo. You know the industry, you know the trucks, and you know how to turn a complex logistical puzzle into a masterpiece of efficiency. If you’re ready to lead a bigger team, tackle bigger challenges, and wear the "Green For Life" badge with pride, keep reading. The Mission As an Operations Supervisor, you aren’t just managing a schedule; you are the heartbeat of our Gainesville facility. You will lead a dedicated team of drivers and technicians who keep our community running. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for a leader who thrives on the front lines, isn’t afraid of early mornings, and knows that true leadership happens in the yard, not just behind a desk. Why Lead Here? Operational Ownership: You have the autonomy to recruit, hire, and build your own high-performing team. Performance-Driven Culture: We value grit and results. Your ability to hit productivity standards and maintain safety is directly tied to your success. Career Trajectory: We prioritize internal growth. This role is a proven launchpad for Facility and General Management positions. What You’ll Do Build Your Crew: Own the full lifecycle of your team—from interviewing and hiring to training and mentoring. You don’t just fill seats; you build a culture of accountability. Drive Excellence: Monitor daily route completions and resolve "boots-on-the-ground" challenges in real-time. You are the primary problem-solver for our customers and our drivers. Safety First, Always: Conduct routine route observations and lead monthly safety meetings. In this environment, your leadership literally keeps people safe. Master the Logistics: Navigate CDL regulations, vehicle inspections, and driver logs with precision to ensure we remain the most professional fleet on the road. The Benefits of Joining the Green Team We believe our people are our greatest asset. To support our leaders, we offer a comprehensive benefits package: Competitive Pay: This position is a salary based position with up to a 20% yearly STIP bonus. Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match and life insurance options. Work-Life Balance: Paid time off (PTO)15 days/year starting year 1 and paid holidays. Employee Support: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and various internal training materials What You Bring to the Yard The "Lead by Example" Mentality: You’ve spent time in the waste or transportation industry. You understand the long hours and the physical demands because you’ve been there. Command Presence: You have at least one year of supervisory experience (or experience as a GFL Lead Driver) and can handle tough conversations with fairness and respect. Problem-Solving Grit: When a route goes sideways or a truck breaks down, you’re the one with the plan. Education: High School Diploma/GED required; Associates or Bachelor’s degree is a plus. Tech Savant: You’re a wizard with routing software, GPS tracking, and fleet management systems. Cool Under Pressure: When a storm hits or the yard gets chaotic, you’re the calm center of the cyclone. The X-Factor: You’ve got a sense of humor, a thick skin, and a passion for environmental sustainability. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [email protected] Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date. This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team. Current GFL Employees If you are an existing GFL employee and would like to search and apply to current job openings, please visit the internal GFL Jobs Hub. At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset—our people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we’re proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form “Team Green”—united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations – Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services – Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.

Requirements

You’ve spent time in the waste or transportation industry. You understand the long hours and the physical demands because you’ve been there.
You have at least one year of supervisory experience (or experience as a GFL Lead Driver) and can handle tough conversations with fairness and respect.
When a route goes sideways or a truck breaks down, you’re the one with the plan.
High School Diploma/GED required
You’re a wizard with routing software, GPS tracking, and fleet management systems.
When a storm hits or the yard gets chaotic, you’re the calm center of the cyclone.
Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required.
Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

Nice To Haves

Associates or Bachelor’s degree is a plus.
You’ve got a sense of humor, a thick skin, and a passion for environmental sustainability.

Responsibilities

Own the full lifecycle of your team—from interviewing and hiring to training and mentoring.
Monitor daily route completions and resolve "boots-on-the-ground" challenges in real-time.
Conduct routine route observations and lead monthly safety meetings.
Navigate CDL regulations, vehicle inspections, and driver logs with precision to ensure we remain the most professional fleet on the road.

Benefits

Competitive Pay: This position is a salary based position with up to a 20% yearly STIP bonus.
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with company match and life insurance options.
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off (PTO)15 days/year starting year 1 and paid holidays.
Employee Support: Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and various internal training materials

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