Welcome to Waste Resource Management (WRM)

At Waste Resource Management (WRM), we go beyond operating trucks —we are dedicated to environmental protection and delivering exceptional service. With a presence across Texas, Colorado, Florida, and Nevada, our affiliated companies—SouthWaste Disposal LLC, Silver City Processing, and McDonald Farms, Inc.—offer comprehensive solutions for liquid waste recycling and transportation.

Join a Company That Values You

At WRM and affiliated companies, your work matters—for the environment, our clients, and your career. If you’re ready to drive for a company that pays well, offers a competitive benefits package, operates safely, and supports your growth, we want to hear from you.

Job Overview

The Operations Manager, under the direction of the General Manager, is responsible for managing daily transportation and fleet operations to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient service delivery. This role provides direct leadership to drivers and mechanics, ensuring accountability, performance management, and adherence to company and regulatory standards.

Why join WRM and affiliated companies?

• Comprehensive Benefits: Choose from one of three medical plans, based on your needs, dental, and vision coverage; along with 401(k) with 5% company match
• Career Growth: Training programs and advancement opportunities in wastewater operations and environmental services
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy accrues from day 1, with floating and company-paid holidays.
• Additional Perks: Company-paid life and disability insurance, employee assistance program, and more
• Supportive Leadership: Leadership that values safety, professionalism, and growth

Essential Job Functions

• Oversee daily transportation operations to ensure safe, efficient, and timely service delivery.
• Provide leadership and direction to drivers and mechanics to support operational performance and accountability.
• Coordinate scheduling, route execution, and operational coverage to meet customer service expectations.
• Monitor operational performance metrics, including productivity, service levels, safety performance, and fleet utilization.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, DOT regulations, and safety standards.
• Work closely with fleet maintenance personnel to ensure vehicles and equipment are properly maintained and operational.
• Identify operational challenges and implement solutions that improve efficiency, reliability, and service quality.
• Assist in workforce planning including recruiting, onboarding, training, and development of operational staff.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and performance management to employees to support team development and accountability.
• Support operational planning, budgeting, and cost control initiatives.
• Review operational reports and performance data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Promote and reinforce a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all safety procedures.
• Collaborate with leadership and internal teams to support operational goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain strong relationships with employees, leadership, and customers to support operational success.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, operations management, logistics, or related field preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• 5 years of operations, transportation, logistics, or service-based management experience preferred.
• Experience supervising field-based employees such as drivers, mechanics, or technicians.
• Strong knowledge of operational planning, scheduling, and service coordination.
• Familiarity with DOT regulations, safety compliance, and transportation operations preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and reporting tools.

Physical Requirements:

This position operates in both office and field environments. The role may require walking operational yards, inspecting vehicles or equipment, and interacting with employees in active work environments. The work environment may include exposure to outdoor conditions, moving vehicles, noise, and odors typical of operational and fleet environments. Appropriate safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when entering operational areas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer; committed to equal treatment of all employees without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other basis protected by law. WRM complies with the ADA and considers reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants/Employees to perform essential functions.

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid driver’s license required
• OSHA safety training preferred
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred
• CDL preferred but not required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, operations management, logistics, or related field preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• 5 years of operations, transportation, logistics, or service-based management experience preferred.
• Experience supervising field-based employees such as drivers, mechanics, or technicians.
• Strong knowledge of operational planning, scheduling, and service coordination.
• Familiarity with DOT regulations, safety compliance, and transportation operations preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Outlook, and reporting tools.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position operates in both office and field environments. The role may require walking operational yards, inspecting vehicles or equipment, and interacting with employees in active work environments.

The work environment may include exposure to outdoor conditions, moving vehicles, noise, and odors typical of operational and fleet environments. Appropriate safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when entering operational areas.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT:

We are an equal opportunity employer; committed to equal treatment of all employees without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability or other basis protected by law.

WRM complies with the ADA and considers reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants/Employees to perform essential functions.

Salary : $100,000 - $110,000