Republic Services

Area Route Manager

Republic Services$119K — $164K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years in project management and leadership roles related to route technology.
  • Strong background in routing, dispatch, and auditing processes.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Experience in the waste or service industry is a plus.
  • Familiarity with RISE & InfoPro strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with operations leaders to pinpoint and address routing issues.
  • Lead complex routing projects with a focus on optimization.
  • Work with managers to implement route improvements and enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Support Route Editor training and set productivity goals.
  • Train Dispatchers and Supervisors on key routing metrics and processes.
  • Evaluate division performance against goals and support compliance efforts.
  • Provide guidance and leadership for sustainable change initiatives.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage available.
  • Health care and dependent care spending accounts offered.
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance included.
  • Life insurance and accidental death benefits provided.
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • 401(k) plan with a generous company match available.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offered when eligible.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) provided as part of the benefits package.
Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Area Route Manager is responsible for the creation, implementation, training, and facilitation of Route Strategy, and Route Optimization initiatives.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Works closely with Area Director of Operations Support and Area Collections Manager to identify priority Divisions with significant routing opportunities.
  • Provides project management leadership on complex routing initiatives.
  • Partners with Area Operations Managers to implement route improvements and/or enhancements.
  • Partners with Area Operations Managers to improve Customer Zeal.
  • Manages and supports the Route Editor process by aiding with training, the development of productivity goals, route standards, and follow through on the effectiveness of the routing process.
  • Provides supplemental training, as needed, to Dispatchers and Supervisors on route capability concerns such as tracking, entering metrics, and other key data.
  • Assesses and supports Divisional leadership in evaluating compliance and meeting established goals; ensures effective closure of outstanding route improvement opportunities identified during audit.
  • Provides process direction, guidance, and motivational leadership to bring about sustainable change management.
  • Provides metrics reporting and reconciliation as needed.
  • Travels up to 60% of the time across Area operational footprint.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • RISE & InfoPro experience strongly preferred
  • Thorough understanding of basic routing, dispatch, auditing, and customer initiatives.
  • Prior waste industry or service industry experience.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership and project management experience in route technology, auditing, and editing.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Pay Range:

The pay range for this position is $119,800.00 to $164,800.00* which reflects theminimumwagein multiple jurisdictions. The actual range will depend on the locality in which you are hired.

Bonus Plan Details (if applicable):

Bonus - Annual Incentive Plan Target, 20% Annual

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Benefits https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits

Washington PTO: https://www.republicservices.com/sites/default/files/legacy_documents/Washington-PTO-Table.pdf

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

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Learn more about Republic Services
Size
1,045 employees
Market Cap
$40.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$967.2 million
Founded
2011
5 Year Trend
+3.8%
Revenue
$10.1 billion
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