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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.\nWhen 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.\nThis is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!\nThe Route Manager is responsible for supervising daily waste and recycling collection operations, ensuring all routes are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and regulatory standards. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this role provides direct leadership to subordinate manager and individual contributors, managing daily schedules, monitoring performance, and promoting a strong culture of safety and customer service.\nThe Route Manager plays a hands-on leadership role, supporting field operations, resolving service issues, and ensuring all equipment and personnel meet company expectations. This position serves as a key link between frontline employees and management, ensuring smooth communication, accountability, and execution of operational goals.\nResponsibilities of Position:\nManage daily collection routes to ensure safe, efficient, and timely service delivery\nLead, coach, and develop front line supervisors drivers and/or support staff to achieve performance goals in safety, productivity, and customer satisfaction\nEnsure daily pre and post-trip inspections, safety meetings, and route audits are completed\nMonitor route performance through reporting, GPS data, and field observations, identifying and addressing issues promptly and proactively\nCollaborate with Dispatch and Maintenance to address route adjustments, missed stops, or vehicle issues\nHandle customer escalations and service complaints in coordination with Customer Service and Operations\nEnsure compliance with DOT, OSHA, FMCSA, and company safety programs\nMaintain accurate records (attendance, route sheets, safety inspections)\nTrack and report key metrics including route completion, overtime, and service exceptions\nSupport new driver onboarding, training, and performance evaluations\nManage P&L performance for assigned operations and control operational expenses\nParticipate in accident investigations, safety observations, and corrective action processes\nPromote employee engagement, recognition, and retention through effective communication and leadership\nPerform other duties as required\nSupervisory Responsibility:\nThis position will manage 1-20 employees\nThis position will oversee and direct other managers\nSkills & Abilities Needed for Position:\nStrong leadership and development skills\nSolid understanding of route operations and route optimization\nBasic understanding of P&L\nStrong understanding of DOT regulations, FMCSR 391, and other compliance regulations\nProven safety leadership and familiarity with DVIRs, ELDs, and dispatch systems\nAbility to effectively coach drivers and conduct performance feedback\nStrong communication, customer service, and organizational skills\nWorking knowledge of Computer Systems\nExperience & Knowledge Needed for Position:\n3-5 years in solid waste, transportation, logistics, or similar field\n1-3 years of supervisory or lead role experience \nCDL Class B or A, or ability to obtain, preferred\nOSHA or Safety Management training highly preferred\nPhysical Requirements in a Regular Workday:\nFrequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 20 lbs\nOccasionallylifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 50 lbs\nRarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs\nFrequently working outside in changing temperatures\nContinuously working in wet/humid conditions and in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter\nFrequentlystooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling\nFrequentlyclimbing and/or balancing\nFrequently sitting/standing/walking\nAdditional Working Conditions/Aspects:\nPossible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas\nExposure to residential and commercial waste\nAbility to travel between offices, as required\nAbility to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed\nAbility to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays\nMust be available for 24-hour emergency calls\nLegally eligible to work in the United States\nValid driver’s license (if applicable)\nMust successfully complete pre-employment testing\nMust be able to read and speak the English language\nThis 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 an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.\nRumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. 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