Job Description

Solid Waste Operations Supervisor

City of Norfolk, Nebraska

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

o Supervise Solid Waste operations; develop and implement policies, procedures, and goals.

o Train, supervise, and evaluate employees; address performance, discipline, and grievances.

o Manage budgets, reports, bids, contracts, and inventory.

o Oversee waste inspection, hazardous waste programs, compost and brush pile operations.

o Ensure compliance with EPA, NDEE, and other applicable regulations; manage permits and inspections.

o Respond to public inquiries and emergencies (24/7); participate in meetings and community relations.

o Oversee the maintenance and repair of all transfer station equipment and facilities.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

o Strong knowledge of solid waste operations, environmental regulations, and safety practices.

o Experience with landfill operations, air permitting, groundwater and gas monitoring.

o Effective leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

o Proficient with computers, email, MS Word, and Excel.

QUALIFICATIONS

o Associate's degree

o Valid Class A CDL

o SWANA Manager of Landfill Operations Certification

o SWANA Household Hazardous Waste & CESQG Manager Certification

o Former DOT Stormwater Inspector

Pay: $6,348.00 - $8,725.00 per month

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Life insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location: In person