What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Operations Manager position at Burrtec Waste?
About Burrtec Waste
Burrtec Waste is a well-established refuse and recycling collection company serving multiple municipalities in Southern California, with a large team of over 1400 full-time employees.
We have experienced significant growth through strategic acquisitions and successful bid proposals, expanding our services and enhancing our capabilities.
Job Description
The Division Manager is responsible for leading the Victorville Hauling Division, overseeing its overall performance and productivity, and supporting organizational initiatives. This role requires strong leadership, operational, and customer service skills, as well as the ability to manage a team of professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the division, setting clear goals and objectives.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve division performance and productivity.
- Evaluate division performance, identifying areas for improvement.
- Counsel managers and supervisors on program execution, providing guidance for work plan modifications or contingency plans.
- Ensure efficient and safe completion of routes.
- Oversee personnel needs, including selecting, coaching, training, and evaluating employees.
- Be accountable for the division's service quality, productivity, and safety, as well as the lawful operating condition of company vehicles.
- Monitor and control administrative costs, overseeing functional areas.
- Maintain adequate staffing levels, ensuring proper hiring and training of personnel.
Requirements
- A minimum of 7 years' experience in a highest-level authority management position involving transportation, operations, customer service, and safety.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in management.
- Previous experience in a transportation, waste industry, or recycling environment is preferred.
- Bilingual Spanish skills are a plus.
- A valid California driver's license is required.
Competencies
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to effectively interface with the general public, municipalities, and regulatory agencies.
- Personal energy and style to set an overall organizational tone of integrity, competence, inspiration, and optimism.
- Ability to plan, budget, schedule, and supervise multiple projects from concept to completion.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies and statutes, including DOT and OSHA requirements.
Benefits
We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package, including 401K and 100% paid medical/dental/life insurance, holidays, vacations, and PSLs.
