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Operation Manager

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Compensation
$100–130K/yr
Location
Carbondale, CO
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Operations Manager at Mountain Waste oversees daily operations for drivers, including staffing and routing adjustments, field inspections, customer complaints, and compliance programs. The role works with the District Manager on goals and action plans and participates in P&L reviews. The posting seeks previous operations experience in the trash industry and at least five years managing in a people-driven environment; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operations ManagementTrash Industry OperationsOSHA GuidelinesDOT GuidelinesEPA GuidelinesComputer ProficiencyMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordSpecialized ApplicationsAttention to DetailAccountabilityPrioritization

Qualifications

5+ Years ManagingBachelor's Degree

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Operations Manager

Mountain Waste

📍 Location: Carbondale, CO

Pay Range: $100,000 - $130,000 + Bonus opportunity

Responsibilities:

  • Helps develop and execute safety goals.

  • Monitors progress of daily operations for drivers and make staffing and routing changes as necessary.

  • Conducts field inspections and audits of all site personnel to ensure proper work procedures

  • Receives and reviews customer complaints regarding collections programs.

  • Formulates both short-term and long-term goals and action plans with the District Manager

  • Participates in regular P&L reviews to ensure budgets labor and material costs are met

  • Oversee a variety of complex compliance programs, including environmental, DOT, OSHA, and local permitting.

Requirements:

  • Previous operations experience in the Trash Industry

  • 5 or more years of managing in a people driven environment

  • Knowledge of OSHA, DOT and EPA guidelines

  • Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Excel/Word and the ability to learn and use company specialized applications

  • Must be detail oriented, highly accountable and able to prioritize tasks

  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Why Join Us?

✅ Competitive Pay & Bonuses

✅ Career Growth – We invest in YOU by providing CDL training & advancement opportunities

✅ Excellent Benefits:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • 5% 401(k) match for retirement savings

  • Paid time off and holidays✅ A Strong Company Culture – We value integrity, teamwork, and a great work environment

🚛 We Keep Our Promises!

At Waste Connections, we believe in empowering our employees . Our culture is built on respect, reliability, and integrity —when we say we’ll do something, we follow through!

Ready to Join Our Team?

Apply today and take the next step in your career with Waste Connections!

📩 Apply Now: careers.wasteconnections.com

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

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