Field Operations Supervisor (Waste Services)

Description

Lead the Team. Build What Matters.

We’re hiring a Field Operations Supervisor to lead daily field operations, support team performance, and drive safe, efficient and profitable execution across our environmental services operation.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll manage people, keep jobs and routes moving, build strong customer relationships, and make sure work gets done safely, on time and to spec. You’ll balance field operations and transportation logistics with customer service and financial accountability, working closely with operations leadership, sales and dispatch/logistics. 

Our services include:

• Grease trap pumping and cleaning
• Residential and commercial septic and wastewater system maintenance
• Sand trap and oil/water separator cleaning
• Hydro excavation and large line cleaning
• Drain cleaning and video inspections
• Vactor services and minor septic repairs

What You’ll Do

• Supervise and coordinate daily routes and work assignments for drivers and field personnel
• Lead, coach and develop team members to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality execution
• Monitor route efficiency, productivity and cost performance
• Build strong relationships with customers and serve as a primary operational point of contact
• Quote and estimate work and support pricing decisions to drive profitable growth
• Develop and manage weekly and monthly revenue forecasts
• Manage job costs, materials and changes needed during the work
• Conduct monthly fleet and facility inspections
• Ensure compliance with safety, DOT, company operational standards, and applicable local permitting and inspection requirements
• Partner with dispatch and sales teams to maximize booking opportunities and operational efficiency
• Respond to customer issues and operational challenges with urgency and professionalism
• Train and develop team members and help build bench strength for future growth
• Support the Operations Manager and be ready to step up when needed

Requirements

 What You'll Bring

• 3+ years of experience in field-based operations, preferably within transportation, logistics, waste, environmental services or a related service industry
• Experience supervising a crew or managing field operations
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, develop and hold teams accountable
• Ability to forecast revenue and manage operational performance
• Experience estimating or quoting transportation, hauling or service-based work
• Strong customer relationship skills with a responsive, service-oriented mindset
• Experience with route planning, job costing and operational productivity
• Familiarity with pumping services, drain cleaning, Vactor work, hydro excavation, septic/wastewater services or similar field operations
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and fleet operations
• Class B CDL required
• Strong communication, organization and problem-solving skills
• Ability to make decisions and operate with urgency in a fast-paced, field-driven environment

Driving is an essential function of this position. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and meet WRE's insurability guidelines.

Why This Role?

Lead from the front: You’ll be the go-to person for your team and a key part of branch success

Make an impact: Your leadership will directly influence customer satisfaction, productivity, revenue and operational performance

Room to grow: This role provides an opportunity to develop toward larger operations leadership responsibilities

Team culture: We value hard work, doing things the right way and looking out for each other

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $73,000 - $97,000 per year, with eligibility for a 10% bonus. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge and skills. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

Sound like a fit? Apply now and take the next step in your leadership journey.

Headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, Wind River Environmental services and maintains a broad array of non-hazardous liquid waste systems, including grease traps, septic tanks and related waste systems. The company offers a full suite of services to business, residential and municipal customers.

Wind River Environmental LLC is n equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.