Landfill Manager In Training

We are currently seeking anManager In Trainingfor our landfill located in Athens, TN.

Waste Connections is looking for a Manager In Training to join our team in Athens, TN. This opportunity is meant to fast-track you into leadership through hands-on learning of the day to day operations at our landfill. If you're looking to be a leader on the front lines and see the impact of your work in real-time, this is the job for you!

Essential Functions:

• Plan and manage the day-to-day landfill operations that best utilize personnel and equipment.

• Schedule and conduct safety meetings and document attendees and topics covered.

• Ensure employees follow safety guidelines and perform duties in a safe manner.

• Promote an effective safety program that seeks to prevent accidents, avoid injuries and recognize safe employees and landfill customers.

• Provide input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.

• Develop and coach personnel to operate in a safe, efficient and cost effective manner.

• Operate heavy equipment as necessary.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5 or more years' experience in landfill operations or heavy construction industry

• Proficient with the operations and maintenance of heavy equipment

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Strong problem solving skills and decision making abilities

• Exceptional leadership and communication skills

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, short term and long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.