Solid Waste Operations Supervisor

Norfolk Now
Norfolk, VA
  • City of Norfolk
  • NORFOLK
  • 402-844-2003
  • Job Posting Expires: 1/16/2026

  • 19H ago

    Offered Salary $80,000 to $90,000

    Type Full Time

    Relocation No

    Industry Engineering, Facilities, Maintenance & Repair/Construction

    Miniumum Experience 0-2 Years

    Minimum Education 2Year

    Primary Duties

    Under the direction of the Wastewater Plant Superintendent, this position oversees operations of the City Waste Transfer Station and the Northeast Nebraska Solid Waste Coalition (NNSWC) landfill. Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing solid waste transfer and disposal operations, maintaining facilities and equipment, ensuring regulatory compliance, and responding to emergencies.

    Primary Duties

    • Supervise Solid Waste operations; develop and implement policies, procedures, and goals.
    • Train, supervise, and evaluate employees; address performance, discipline, and grievances.
    • Manage budgets, reports, bids, contracts, and inventory.
    • Oversee waste inspection, hazardous waste programs, compost and brush pile operations.
    • Ensure compliance with EPA, NDEE, and other applicable regulations; manage permits and inspections.
    • Respond to public inquiries and emergencies (24/7); participate in meetings and community relations.
    • Oversee the maintenance and repair of all transfer station equipment and facilities.

    Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

    KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

    • Strong knowledge of solid waste operations, environmental regulations, and safety practices.
    • Experience with landfill operations, air permitting, groundwater and gas monitoring.
    • Effective leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
    • Proficient with computers, email, MS Word, and Excel.

    Qualifications

    • Associate’s degree
    • Valid Class A CDL
    • SWANA Manager of Landfill Operations Certification
    • SWANA Household Hazardous Waste & CESQG Manager Certification
    • Former DOT Stormwater Inspector

    Compensation Details

    Salary $6,348 – $8,725 per month.

    Benefits

    Excellent Fringe Benefits.

    How to Apply

    Hiring Process

    • Application Review Begins: January 16, 2026
    • Position Open Until Filled

    Apply Online:

    Apply In Person: Human Resources Office, 309 N. 5th St., Norfolk, NE 68701 (402) 844-2010 Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
Posted 2025-12-24

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