Job Title:
District Manager I
Company: Waste Management
Location: Juneau, AK
Created: 2025-12-18
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PROVIDEDJuneau, Alaska offers a unique blend of professional opportunity and breathtaking natural beauty that few places can match. Living and working in Juneau means being surrounded by stunning mountains, glaciers, and waterways, creating an environment that inspires adventure and balance. The city boasts a close-knit community with a strong sense of connection, making it ideal for those who value meaningful relationships and a slower pace of life. Benefits of living in Juneau include no state income tax, access to fresh seafood, and a strong local economy supported by government and tourism. Residents enjoy year-round outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and kayaking, as well as a vibrant arts and cultural scene. With modern amenities, excellent schools, and a safe environment, Juneau provides an exceptional quality of life for anyone seeking a career move that combines professional growth with an unparalleled lifestyle. I. Job SummaryManages the day-to-day operations of a landfill site, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant activities. Oversees all aspects of site performance, including productivity, cost management, and adherence to environmental and safety standards. This role will have direct oversight of operators, laborers, operations specialists, scalehouse attendant, and temporary labor assigned to the site. II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential FunctionManages the District’s day-to-day operations and provides daily support to drivers in ensuring safety, service,and savings.Executes necessary precautions to ensure safety and compliance with Company, OSHA, and other standards andregulations.Ensures thorough root cause investigations for all injuries and incidents, following up with consistent coachingand retraining.Oversees department personnel needs, including selecting, coaching, disciplining, and training employees andevaluating employee performance. Manages termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.Formulates short-term and long-term goals and action plans in conjunction with the Senior District Managerand/or Director of Collection Operations.Participates in regular P&L reviews to ensure that budgets are met; develops and implements programs foroptimal equipment utilization, equipment maintenance, and labor and material costs.Interacts with local city, municipal, and county agencies to ensure customer satisfaction, improve efficiency,renew contracts, and negotiate new contracts; establishes WM as a good corporate citizen and valued resource.III. QualificationsThe requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job. A. Education and ExperienceEducation: Associate's Degree, High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of relevant work experience.Experience: 2 years in a role with supervisory and/or P&L responsibility (in addition toeducation requirement).B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other RequirementsValid driver’s license and a clean driving recordMust be able to maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record throughout the duration of employment in this positionC. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities RequiredExperience in a position involving at least 2 of the following: operations, customer service, community relations, health and safety, financial and human resource function, experience as a supervisor or manager; experience implementing safety (OSHA) programs and equipment specifications, experience preparing and managing budgets, and experience resolving labor relationsissues required.IV. Work EnvironmentListed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Normal setting for this job is: office setting. BenefitsAt 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".