Operations Supervisor

GFL Environmental Inc. • Midlothian, VA

4d • $70,000 - $85,000

About The Position

GFL Environmental is hiring an Operations Supervisor to lead morning dispatch and route execution. Starting at 4:00 AM, the supervisor oversees driver sign-ins, vehicle inspection logs, and timely fleet rollouts. The role leads and develops drivers and helpers, supports safe and efficient operations, resolves customer and route issues, and maintains regulatory compliance and accurate operational records.

This position offers a stated base salary of $70,000–$85,000, with potential for a 20% annual performance bonus. GFL describes opportunities for career advancement within its North American network and higher management roles.

Requirements

• Prior supervisory or management experience; transportation, waste management, fleet operations, or logistics experience is preferred.
• Ability and reliability to work an early-morning schedule starting at 4:00 AM.
• Solid understanding of CDL/DOT driver regulations and safety protocols.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located; the employer does not provide visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience driving commercial trucks, managing CDL drivers, or handling fleet dispatch.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, or Supply Chain Management.

Responsibilities

• Select, supervise, and train employees to ensure safe, professional, and efficient service in the assigned branch.
• Oversee morning driver sign-ins, complete vehicle inspection logs, and ensure fleet vehicles depart on schedule.
• Recruit, onboard, train, and mentor drivers and helpers.
• Monitor route completion, optimize daily container pick-ups, and manage driver scheduling to meet or exceed productivity targets.
• Promote safety through daily check-ins, monthly safety meetings, routine route observations, and prompt incident investigations.
• Resolve escalated customer requests, missed stops, and route obstacles.
• Maintain compliance with CDL regulations and DOT standards.
• Enter daily operational metrics accurately into the company system.
• Build positive employee/employer relations and maintain a professional corporate image.

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off.
• Paid company holidays.
• Four medical plan options, including an HSA with employer contribution and match.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Free counseling services through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Potential for a 20% annual performance bonus.
• Opportunities for career advancement and promotion into higher management roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED