Route Supervisor, Fort Pierce

Waste and recycling is an essential, stable, year-round industry, and Waste Pro believes in investing in its people and promoting from within.   For the right leader, this position can be more than your next job—it can be the beginning of a long-term operations career.

Our Route Supervisors have opportunities to develop into Operations Managers, Division Managers, and regional leadership positions as they learn the business and demonstrate strong performance.

If you have successfully led drivers, equipment operators, field crews, delivery employees, or transportation teams, your experience may translate well to Waste Pro.

• Quarterly Performance Bonus of up to $3,500 per quarter — up to $14,000 annually
• Company vehicle
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance with a pathway to FREE healthcare
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Supplemental insurance options
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid leadership and safety training
• Career advancement opportunities into Operations Manager, Division Manager, and Regional Leadership roles

As a Route Supervisor, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of residential collection routes and the employees assigned to them.   You will:

• →Supervise and support CDL drivers and route employees
• →Coordinate daily routes, staffing, equipment, and service priorities
• →Start the day with your team and help ensure routes are staffed and ready to operate
• →Conduct field observations, route checks, and employee ride-alongs
• →Coach employees on safety, productivity, attendance, customer service, and job performance
• →Monitor route completion and respond to operational issues throughout the day
• →Help improve route efficiency and labor productivity
• →Lead safety meetings and reinforce Waste Pro's safety expectations
• →Investigate accidents, injuries, property damage, and safety incidents
• →Complete required incident and operational documentation
• →Respond to customer concerns and help resolve service issues
• →Work closely with Fleet Maintenance when trucks require repairs or service
• →Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, training, and developing employees
• →Conduct performance discussions and hold employees accountable when expectations are not met
• →Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, company policies, and applicable safety regulations
• →Step in to support route coverage and operations when needed

• High school diploma or equivalent with 3–5 years of experience in transportation, management, logistics, waste/recycling, or a related field; OR
• Associate degree with at least 2 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or solid waste operations where coaching, route assessments, and employee supervision are key responsibilities.
• Previous supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Ability to coach employees, assess route performance, and provide day-to-day operational leadership.
• Knowledge and prior application of Smith System and/or Decision Driving principles and techniques preferred.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, DOT, ANSI, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and resolve problems in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills with general knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, based on operational needs.
• Must be available by phone to address operational issues as needed.
• Ability to maintain a professional and positive attitude when working with employees and customers.
• Knowledge of basic first-aid techniques is helpful.

• A Florida Class A or Class B CDL is preferred. If selected without a CDL, Waste Pro will provide you with the opportunity to obtain the required CDL within three (3) months of hire.
• Personal and business driving record must meet Waste Pro standards and insurance requirements.

Successful Route Supervisors are visible, engaged leaders who are comfortable being where the work happens.

• Working outdoors throughout the day
• Conducting route observations and employee ride-alongs
• Walking collection routes and operational areas
• Driving a company vehicle throughout the service area
• Working around commercial vehicles and heavy equipment
• Occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds
• Responding to operational needs, emergencies, weather events, and occasional weekend or holiday requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Waste Pro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Requires a High School diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 3-5 years experience in the transportation, management, logistics or waste industry; or
* Associate's Degree or minimum of 2 years experience in transportation, logistics, or solid waste operations in which coaching, routing assessments and supervising employees are requirements of the role.
* Knowledge and prior application of Smith System and/or Decision Driving principles and techniques.
* Basic computer skills and general knowledge of Microsoft applications.
* Previous supervisory or management experience preferred.
* Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, ANSI and other related federal, state & local regulations.
* Valid class A or B commercial driver's license (or ability to obtain one within 3 months of hire) with a personal and business driving record that meets Waste Pro standards and insurance requirements.
* Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
* Proven customer service skills.
* Must be able to work independently make decisions and resolve problems.
* Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends and be available to address operational issues by phone at all times.
* Ability to maintain and portray a positive attitude towards staff and customers.
* Knowledge of first aid techniques helpful.

Special Considerations/Physical Work Requirements:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
* Required to drive a vehicle and work outside: most of the work day;
* Required to be outside, driving and working with drivers/helpers while exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc) rarely;
* Required to exert physical effort in handling objects up to 50 pounds;
* Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements part of the work day.