Route Supervisor

Rumpke is a family owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Route Supervisors are responsible for the supervision of a group of drivers to ensure safe services to customers. Route Supervisors assist Route Managers with hiring, training, coaching, performance evaluating/monitoring, and counseling of direct reports with an emphasis on safety, customer service, and productivity. The hours and physical demand may vary by route or area.

Responsibilities Of Position

• Manage the daily activities and performance of route drivers.
• Train and direct employees to improve their overall performance.
• Monitor and enforce quality and safety standards and ensure all compliance goals are met or exceeded.
• Run routes as necessary, (absences, vacations, vehicle breakdowns).
• Monitor and track employee attendance and all other required documentation relating to performance management.
• Perform and monitor driver observations and vehicle inspections.
• Plans distributes, monitors, and follows-up daily route assignments to ensure customers are serviced per company standards and agreements.
• Conduct investigations for accidents, injuries, and property damage claims.
• Conduct employee observations to ensure safety and procedures are being followed.
• Other duties as assigned by management; may fill in during the absence of other supervisors/office employees or drivers.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position will manage 11 to 20 employees.
  
  

Skills & Abilities Needed For Position

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer skills; working knowledge of Windows applications, Microsoft applications.
• Proven customer service skills.
• Knowledge of the area with the ability to read maps.
• Must be able to work independently, make decisions, and resolve problems.
• Must have knowledge of DOT/OSHA regulations.
• Ability to drive a truck with manual transmission, a plus.
  
  

Experience & Knowledge Needed For Position

• Previous management experience is a plus.
• Previous waste industry experience is a plus.
• 2 years of truck driving experience is a plus.
  
  

Physical Requirements In a Regular Workday

• Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 50lbs. Occasionally 100lbs.
• Continuously working outside in changing temperature, wet/humid conditions.
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, other airborne matter.
• Continuously stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling/climbing and/or balancing.
  
  

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects

• Must have at least a valid Class B CDL
• Must have a valid DOT Medical Card or able to obtain prior to hire
• Must be at least 19 years of age
• No more than 3 moving violations within the last 2 years
• Must not have any DUI's or OVI's within the last 5 years or 2 in the last 10 years
• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Ability to work flexible hours; overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Must be available for 24-hour emergency calls.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable).
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language
  
  

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish a contract for employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.