Landfill Supervisor

Position Closes 03-24-25

Job Title: Landfill Supervisor

Department: Public Works

Division: Solid Waste

Supervisor: Solid Waste Manager

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Grade: 30

Union Code: NA

Revised: 02/26/2025

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Solid Waste Manager is responsible for performing manual and skilled tasks; supervising and performing daily and seasonal operations in solid waste disposal; and, operating heavy equipment related to work at the landfill of an above average difficulty on a continuing basis, to include but not limited to, motor grader, front-end loader, compactor, crawler loader, etc., used to process solid waste materials at landfill site. Must be available after hours, weekends, and/or holidays as deemed necessary by the Solid Waste Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Certification nationally in Management of Landfill Operations by Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) training or ability to obtain within thirty-six (36) months of hire date.
• Completion of CPR training and vaccination for hepatitis B.
• Possession of a valid Class “B” Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a Tanker Endorsement
• Must be a United States citizen. This position does not support sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, vocational degree, or post-secondary education in construction management, engineering, or related field.
• Five years’ experience with heavy equipment, landfill experience preferred.

Major Duties (Essential Function)

• Supervision & Operations Management
  • Supervise, coordinate, and perform daily and seasonal landfill operations.
  • Direct incoming vehicles to proper disposal locations.
  • Supervise part-time, seasonal, and full-time employees in the Solid Waste Division.
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols and landfill operating procedures.
  • Oversee inspections of incoming waste loads per federal and state laws.
  • Manage and coordinate solid waste disposal activities.
• Equipment Operation & Maintenance
  • Coordinate fleet and equipment management and maintenance for solid waste disposal operations
  • Operate heavy equipment, including motor graders, front-end loaders, compactors, and crawler loaders.
  • Perform routine maintenance and servicing of landfill equipment.
  • Conduct welding and metal cutting as necessary for equipment repairs.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, cross-sections, and topography for landfill operations.
• Environmental Compliance & Site Maintenance
  • Pump leachate and stormwater from the landfill site and ensure proper disposal.
  • Spray alternate cover or spread clay and gravel to control disease-carrying pests and litter.
  • Perform site maintenance, including snow removal, mowing, and litter collection.
  • Drive trucks to distribute water on landfill roads for dust control.
• Regulatory Compliance & Reporting
  • Conduct routine inspections of landfill operations and incoming waste.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal solid waste regulations.
  • Assist in preparing reports, researching regulations, and implementing waste management policies.
• Budgeting & Project Management
  • Assist in budget preparation, including operating and capital budgets.
  • Research and implement goals, objectives, and operational priorities.
  • Support logistics and project management initiatives related to landfill operations.
• Other Responsibilities
  • Assist other departments as needed.

Marginal Duties

• Attend training, seminars and workshops as deemed necessary.
• Perform all duties in compliance with safety standards and policies established by the City.
• Perform other job-related duties as deemed necessary and additional duties, tasks, or responsibilities as assigned.

Physical Demands/Work Environment (Essential Function)

• Physical Demands
  • Regularly required to stand, sit, use hands, and reach with arms.
  • Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • Must frequently lift/move up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
  • Requires good vision, including close, distance, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Work Environment
  • Primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Exposure to dust, odors, loud noise, and heavy equipment vibrations.
  • Potential exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
  • Work rotating Saturdays and adjust schedules seasonally. Flexible schedule required, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Mental Complexity/Interpersonal Contacts (Essential Function)

• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Requires independent thinking to address operational challenges, ensure regulatory compliance, and resolve unexpected issues such as equipment failures or hazardous waste incidents.
• Technical Proficiency: Regular use of heavy equipment, landfill management systems, and regulatory documentation; ability to interpret blueprints, site plans, and compliance requirements.
• Organizational Skills: Must effectively prioritize tasks, coordinate fleet and equipment maintenance, and manage landfill operations while meeting deadlines.
• Interpersonal Relations: Ability to interact professionally with employees, contractors, waste haulers, and the public, including handling complaints and addressing concerns diplomatically.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential when providing direction to staff, reporting regulatory compliance issues, and engaging with city officials and the public.
• Collaboration & Conflict Resolution: Works closely with internal departments, external agencies, and community stakeholders to ensure landfill operations run smoothly while managing differing priorities and expectations.

Pre-employment Screening

• Pre-employment screening may include, but are not limited to, the following: references, criminal background, credit history, drug and alcohol screening, medical history questionnaire, and pre-employment physical.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job‐related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.