Field Operations Supervisor (Waste Services)

About the role

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 lead field personnel, oversee daily operations and build strong customer relationships while supporting our commercial services, including grease trap pumping, cleaning, repairs and installations, as well as septic and drain cleaning. You'll balance transportation logistics and team development with revenue forecasting, job estimating and operational performance, working closely with operations leadership, sales and dispatch/logistics.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily routes and work assignments for drivers and field personnel
• Lead, coach and hold drivers and field personnel accountable for safety, service quality, productivity and operational standards
• 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

• 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 grease trap pumping, cleaning, repairs and installations, septic services, drain cleaning, minor septic repairs or similar field operations
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and fleet operations
• Valid Class B CDL or higher 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

Pay

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $77,000 - $102,000 per year at the time of posting 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.