Senior District Manager - Landfill

Company: Waste Management
Location: Menomonee Falls
Posted on: March 1, 2026

Job Description:

I. Job Summary Manages the financial performance and productivity of multiple Operating Units. Ensures that Operating Units meet or exceed annual objectives and successfully implement organizational initiatives. Additionally, it is responsible for Onboarding, Developing, Coaching, Mentoring, and Performance Management of all District Managers. II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develops and implements an area of responsibility operating plan consistent with accomplishing the long-range established objectives, enhancing effectiveness, and delineating responsibilities and authority. Develops direct reports, including Landfill Operations Managers, Operations Specialists, Scalehouse Attendants, Laborers, and Heavy Equipment Operators. Reviews and evaluates performance with an area of responsibility continuingly and establishes proper performance measures. Counsels managers on execution of programs, and when necessary, provides direction for modification in work plans or implementation of contingency plans per prevailing business conditions. Develops operating unit budget in a timely manner, forecasting financial and human resource needs for future time periods. Assists managers in budget optimization; provides budget compliance support. Oversees department personnel needs, including selecting, coaching, and training employees and evaluating employee performance. Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions. Organizes and schedules all necessary resources required to accomplish activities. Attends regularly scheduled Profit and Loss (P&L) reviews and executes prescribed programs on routing equipment utilization, equipment maintenance, and labor and material costs. Implements and maintains programs to improve the Market Area's safety, productivity, and profitability; Ensures compliance with all Federal and State regulations. Works with union employees at the Orchard Ridge Landfill III. Qualifications A. Required Qualifications Associate's degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree High School Diploma, GED or two (2) years relevant of work experience 5 years of prior work experience (in addition to education requirement) in Landfill Operations Management, including at least three years managing a team of two or more individuals. Must be able to maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record throughout the duration of employment in this position IV. Physical Requirements Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Combination: This job operates in a mix between an office environment and plant/field environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc. V. Benefits At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.

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