What are the responsibilities and job description for the Route Manager position at Burrtec?
Burrtec Kern - Varner Bros Inc. is a well established refuse and recycling collection company serving over fifteen municipalities throughout Southern California and employing over 1200 full time employees. Burrtec continues to grow through co. acquisitions and successful bid proposals. Burrtec is a family owned company that firmly believes the key element to our success is knowing how important each employee is in the organization.
We have the following position at one of the Bakersfield divisions:
Route Manager
Coordinates and directs the activities of drivers, floaters and lead men. Responsible for the efficient operation of designated routes and for the safety and performance of operations personnel. Will monitor workflow to ensure assigned tasks are completed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Facilitates efforts of subordinates and provides direction by assigning duties and ensuring that drivers commence their routes in a timely manner and complete their VCR’s on a regular basis.
- Assesses daily manpower and distributes work accordingly.
- Ensures efficient route management by monitoring daily routes, weight slips and route sheets.
- Makes recommendations to improve route efficiency.
- Maintains daily route knowledge and conducts field audits.
- Investigates and resolves customer complaints when necessary.
- Processes employee requests including vacation, PTO’s etc. and assists with the scheduling of time off.
- Responsible for accurate bin/barrel deliveries and exchanges.
- Coaches and develops employees by continuously communicating with team members and providing guidance for improvement and recognition of efforts.
- Handles and resolves employee relations issues and incorporates consistent and timely disciplinary standards.
- Follows and administers company safety programs by conducting monthly safety meetings, facility inspections and ensuring compliance to all OSHA and DOT regulations.
- Investigates and completes reports for work related injuries and or vehicle accidents/incidents and submits paperwork to appropriate insurance carriers in a timely manner.
- Trains new drivers/helpers on company Driver Training program, DOT drug and alcohol program and proper use of assigned equipment.
The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list; additional tasks may be assigned; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Must have demonstrated leadership, problem solving and organizational skills and ability to maintain and promote a team work environment.
- Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to coach and develop subordinates.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills are required, and ability to effectively interface with general public.
- Must have ability to distinguish trends and recognize problems and implement plan of action.
- Must have a valid Class “A” or “B” California Commercial Drivers license and have a clean driving record.
- Previous experience managing drivers is preferred.
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a supervisor and knowledge of waste industry is beneficial.
PHYSICAL:
- Must have ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- This position requires that the individual walk, sit, stand, touch, stoop, lift and climb or move heavy objects.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions (heat, rain, wind, snow, fog).
We offer competitive wages and an excellent benefits package including 401k and 100% paid medical/dental/life insurance and holidays/vacation/PSL.
