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What they do
A Transportation Supervisor managers internal distribution for a company, or transportation for a company that ships packages to customers. Assigns and directs drivers, coordinates transportation schedules, and monitors trucks or delivery vehicles. May supervise transportation services for a school district, higher education institution, or a recreational or corporate campus. Coordinates routes, assigns drivers, and monitors vehicle operations.
$63,226 / year median in Illinois
+6% projected growth
Job Description
- Groot / Waste Connections
- is seeking a
- safety-focused Operations Supervisor
- to join our growing team in
- Elk Grove Village, IL
- . This is a fantastic opportunity for a natural leader with a background in
- logistics, transportation, or waste management operations
- who is ready to take the next step in their career. In this role, you'll
- supervise garbage truck drivers
- , oversee daily route operations, manage dispatch, and drive safety performance. You'll also be mentored and trained for potential
- future leadership roles
- within our organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- + Supervise and support
- solid waste collection crews
- and route drivers + Assign daily work schedules and adjust
- routes and staffing
- as needed + Conduct
- safety audits
- , toolbox talks, and monthly safety meetings + Monitor service quality and perform
- field inspections
- + Investigate and resolve
- customer service issues
- related to waste collection + Oversee the
- Dispatch Department
- , ensuring smooth and efficient operations + Maintain up-to-date
- employee records
- and performance documentation + Administer progressive discipline as needed, in line with company policy + Complete
- quarterly performance reviews
- for all drivers + Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- + Minimum
- 2 years of supervisory experience
- , preferably in
- waste management
- , •logistics•, or •transportation•+ •CDL (Commercial Driver's License)•preferred or willingness to obtain + Experience with •route management•, •dispatch operations•, or •fleet supervision•+ Strong leadership, organizational, and •problem-solving skills•+ Bachelor's degree preferred but not required + Willingness to •relocate for promotion•within the company (a plus) •Why Join Waste Connections?
- + Be part of a
- stable, recession-resistant industry
- + Access to
- growth and advancement opportunities
- across the U.S. + Competitive compensation and benefits package + Safety-first culture backed by a
- nationally recognized environmental services leader
- Successful candidates are those who seek to thrive in an environment of operational excellence and accountability. We offer excellent Family benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to
- "Connect with Your Future"
- Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer.