Athens Services
Operations Supervisor – Transfer Station
Join our team as an Operations Supervisor – Transfer Station. Athens Services is looking for a dedicated Operations Supervisor to oversee daily transfer station operations and lead a team that keeps our communities clean, safe, and sustainable. This role is perfect for a hands‑on leader with strong organizational skills and a commitment to safety and efficiency in the waste and recycling industry.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise transfer station operations to ensure compliance with company, county, and regulatory standards.
Provide leadership and coaching to staff, fostering a safe and productive work environment.
Manage site paperwork, inspections, and reporting with accuracy and attention to detail.
Partner with the Transfer Station Manager to improve site production, efficiency, and safety.
Support recycling initiatives and sustainability goals.
Resolve customer and site personnel problems according to company policy.
Work closely with the Transfer Station Manager on any projects designed to improve the site’s production, efficiency or safety.
Encourage, monitor and document all recycling activities on site.
Ensure that the facility complies with company policy as well as local & state regulations at all times.
Be actively involved with hiring, reviewing, promoting and disciplining of site personnel.
Make a continuous effort to maximize production and efficiency at the site without compromising safety of employees or customers.
Ensure all personnel receive required safety and operational training and attend mandatory safety meetings.
Operate heavy equipment as operational needs require.
Oversee counting and collecting of daily deposit (Heaps Peak Transfer Station only).
Oversee daily activities of store attendants (Heaps Peak Transfer Station only).
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
5 years’ experience working in the waste industry and possess basic supervisory skills.
Advanced working knowledge of all transfer station operations including loading of trash, compaction, and basic equipment background.
Valid Class “A” license.
Strong organizational, problem‑solving and communication skills.
Basic First Aid/CPR and 8‑hour Hazwopper Certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree.
Bilingual English / Spanish.
Knowledgeable in DOT and OSHA regulations.
Physical/Environmental Demands
Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.
Problem solving, oral communication, analytical ability, concentration, exposure to heavy machinery, & eye/hand coordination, & handling continuously.
Bending, reaching, stretching, crouching, & lifting ≤ 50 Lbs. continuously.
Exposure to unprotected heights occasionally.
Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet slippery surfaces, hot/cold conditions, & noise continuously.
Works inside and outside.
Salary $68,640.00 – $92,335.00 yearly
Schedule Monday – Friday from 6:30 am – 4:30 pm with every 3rd Saturday
Why Work in Big Bear City, CA?
Beautiful Mountain Lifestyle – Enjoy living and working in the heart of the San Bernardino Mountains, surrounded by fresh air, pine forests, and stunning lake views.
Outdoor Recreation Year‑Round – Whether it’s skiing and snowboarding in the winter, hiking and mountain biking in the summer, or fishing and boating on Big Bear Lake, there’s always something to do.
Close‑Knit Community – Big Bear offers the charm of a small town with a welcoming community, while still being within driving distance of Southern California cities.
Unique Work Environment – Be part of a team that makes a direct impact on keeping this one‑of‑a‑kind mountain community clean, safe, and sustainable.
Healthy Work‑Life Balance – Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy a calmer pace in a beautiful natural setting.
Benefits
Competitive wages
Comprehensive benefit package: Medical, Dental, Vision
401K
Life Insurance
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Career plan
Recognition programs
Professional development learning
An exceptional work environment
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.
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Key Responsibilities
Supervise transfer station operations to ensure compliance with company, county, and regulatory standards.
Provide leadership and coaching to staff, fostering a safe and productive work environment.
Manage site paperwork, inspections, and reporting with accuracy and attention to detail.
Partner with the Transfer Station Manager to improve site production, efficiency, and safety.
Support recycling initiatives and sustainability goals.
Resolve customer and site personnel problems according to company policy.
Work closely with the Transfer Station Manager on any projects designed to improve the site’s production, efficiency or safety.
Encourage, monitor and document all recycling activities on site.
Ensure that the facility complies with company policy as well as local & state regulations at all times.
Be actively involved with hiring, reviewing, promoting and disciplining of site personnel.
Make a continuous effort to maximize production and efficiency at the site without compromising safety of employees or customers.
Ensure all personnel receive required safety and operational training and attend mandatory safety meetings.
Operate heavy equipment as operational needs require.
Oversee counting and collecting of daily deposit (Heaps Peak Transfer Station only).
Oversee daily activities of store attendants (Heaps Peak Transfer Station only).
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or G.E.D.
5 years’ experience working in the waste industry and possess basic supervisory skills.
Advanced working knowledge of all transfer station operations including loading of trash, compaction, and basic equipment background.
Valid Class “A” license.
Strong organizational, problem‑solving and communication skills.
Basic First Aid/CPR and 8‑hour Hazwopper Certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree.
Bilingual English / Spanish.
Knowledgeable in DOT and OSHA regulations.
Physical/Environmental Demands
Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously.
Problem solving, oral communication, analytical ability, concentration, exposure to heavy machinery, & eye/hand coordination, & handling continuously.
Bending, reaching, stretching, crouching, & lifting ≤ 50 Lbs. continuously.
Exposure to unprotected heights occasionally.
Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet slippery surfaces, hot/cold conditions, & noise continuously.
Works inside and outside.
Salary $68,640.00 – $92,335.00 yearly
Schedule Monday – Friday from 6:30 am – 4:30 pm with every 3rd Saturday
Why Work in Big Bear City, CA?
Beautiful Mountain Lifestyle – Enjoy living and working in the heart of the San Bernardino Mountains, surrounded by fresh air, pine forests, and stunning lake views.
Outdoor Recreation Year‑Round – Whether it’s skiing and snowboarding in the winter, hiking and mountain biking in the summer, or fishing and boating on Big Bear Lake, there’s always something to do.
Close‑Knit Community – Big Bear offers the charm of a small town with a welcoming community, while still being within driving distance of Southern California cities.
Unique Work Environment – Be part of a team that makes a direct impact on keeping this one‑of‑a‑kind mountain community clean, safe, and sustainable.
Healthy Work‑Life Balance – Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy a calmer pace in a beautiful natural setting.
Benefits
Competitive wages
Comprehensive benefit package: Medical, Dental, Vision
401K
Life Insurance
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Career plan
Recognition programs
Professional development learning
An exceptional work environment
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.
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