Wm
Leading provider of comprehensive waste management services across North America.
Operations Manager Trainee
Train to become a front‑line Operations Manager managing teams, safety, and efficiency.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Provide timely and consistent touchpoints with frontline employees • Review best practices regularly to enhance daily performance • Partner with drivers and technicians to develop job‑related skills • Complete the assigned OMT training curriculum and other required training • Practice and seek feedback on coaching conversations • Collaborate with frontline managers (Operations Improvement, Fleet, Sales, District, Operations) to learn day‑to‑day business operations • Develop knowledge of DOT and OSHA safety programs, operational processes, performance management, dispatch/routing, and fleet maintenance
Key Responsibilities
- ▸frontline touchpoints
- ▸skills development
- ▸training curriculum
- ▸coaching feedback
- ▸safety programs
- ▸dispatch routing
What You Bring
The OMT training program prepares individuals to become front‑line Operations Managers by spending the majority of time in the field alongside employees. Trainees learn to increase financial profitability, maximize operational efficiency, improve customer satisfaction, and lead teams. Candidates must be willing to relocate within a designated geographic area after completing the program. WM is an equal‑opportunity employer in the United States and Canada, complying with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates throughout the selection process. The role may require a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative for air travel or access to federal property. • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience • High school diploma or GED plus two years of relevant work experience • Additional two years of relevant work experience • Minimum age of 18 and legal eligibility to work in the country • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record throughout employment
Requirements
- ▸bachelor’s
- ▸high school
- ▸2 years
- ▸driver’s license
- ▸relocation
- ▸real id
Benefits
The Operations Manager Trainee (OMT) position at WM offers a salary range of $60,000‑$70,000 and emphasizes more than a paycheck—it provides opportunities for personal and family growth. WM promotes a stable work environment where team members perform essential, meaningful work every day. The company supports continuous development through an annual Education Assistance Benefit and offers comprehensive health, retirement, and other employee perks. WM provides a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, a stock purchase plan, 401(k) matching, paid vacation, holidays and personal days. Additional benefits may vary by site and include discounted stock options, dependent day‑care, and other perks. • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short‑term disability coverage • Stock purchase plan and 401(k) company match • Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days • Annual education assistance benefit, discounted stock options, and dependent day‑care
Work Environment
Field