Operations Lead assists the operations and its management team to oversee the daily operations of the collection routes to ensure the highest standards of safety and efficiency are followed.
Assist supervisors with any necessary paperwork and is responsible for the collection routes during supervisor’s absence.
Ensure efficient and safe operation of all collection routes
Engage employees to create a safe, energetic work environment through feedback and recognition.
Enforce Athens Services safety rules and regulations. Reports any unsafe situations to direct supervisor or manager.
Assists with preparation of daily routes, route changes, vehicle replacements, dispatch duties and other work assigned
Assists with training and evaluation of personnel
Ensures new employees are trained on general policies, and proper use of assigned equipment.
Ensure efficient and excellent customer service is provided to all customers.
Train and re-train new and current employees.
Assist supervisors with route observations.
Handles special projects and other related management duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or G.E.D
1 year of operations experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledgeable in OSHA, Federal DOT, and other related state and federal regulations.
Must have demonstrated leadership, problem solving and organizational skills
Able to effectively communicate with people.
Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Preferred Qualifications:
Associates Degree
Bilingual (Spanish & English).
Waste Industry Experience
Class A / B Commercial Driver’s License.
Physical/Environmental Demands:
Physical:
Seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.
Problem solving, oral/written communication, analytical ability, organization, concentration, working with interruptions & interpersonal abilities continuously.
Eye/hand coordination, driving, feet (pedals) continuously.
Climbing (Stairs/Ladders), standing, walking, fingering (typing), handling (holding), & calculating frequently
Balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, pushing, reaching, sitting, wrist motion occasionally.
Environmental:
Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, noise, grease, oil, hot/cold temperatures, standing on concrete & vibration continuously.
Exposure to electrical hazards, chemicals, and uneven or slippery surfaces occasionally.
Works inside & outside
Salary : $27.65- $31.85 per hour
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 5:00am - 3:00pm
Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran
Who We Are:
Athens Services is a family-owned and operated waste collection and recycling company. We started hauling with one truck in 1957 on the simple principle of providing exceptional, personalized service. Today, we serve more than 275,000 customers in 50 communities throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
What We Do:
We provide innovative, reliable, and high-quality waste processing, recycling, and other environmental services for residential, commercial, and public-sector customers. We are a regional leader in the industry, known for investing in the communities we serve, the people we employ, and the technology that will foster a sustainable environment for generations to come. Through reuse, recycling and composting, Athens diverts valuable resources from landfills.
What We Believe:
Athens’ mission remains much as it has always been: Provide great service to our customers; employ and develop great people; and foster a safe, healthy, and sustainable environment. That’s what we call The Athens Way. We are more than a corporation; we are family-owned and operated, and always will be.
