Route Operations Manager

Greenspace Recycling Services

Route Operations Manager overseeing daily field operations for GreenSpace Recycling in San Jose, California. Responsible for team supervision, scheduling, and operational execution in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $80,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee daily field operations to ensure service quality and efficiency.
Supervise, train, and coach operations team members.
Coordinate with leadership, field teams, and support staff to meet client expectations.
Identify and implement process improvements to increase safety and productivity.
Ensure compliance with company policies, DOT, and OSHA safety standards.
Handle escalated client issues and support operational growth and service expansion.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent; college degree in business administration preferred.
Proven experience as an Operations Manager or similar role (at least 2 years of general management/ supervisory experience).
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Strong leadership and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Proven ability to problem-solve and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Skilled at identifying operational inefficiencies and improving field processes.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Comfortable balancing hands-on field work with administrative responsibilities.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to foster a positive and accountable team culture.

Benefits

Comp & perks

80 PTO hours available for use after 90 days
Medical insurance eligibility after 90 days
Auto-enrollment in our company’s 401 (k) plan after 180 days
Hybrid role with a mix of administrative work-from-home time and daily field support
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Supportive, team-oriented work environment

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Hard Skills & Tools

process improvementssafety complianceoperational efficiencyfield operations managementgeneral managementsupervisory experienceproblem-solvinganalytical skillsattention to detail

Soft Skills

leadershiporganizational skillscommunicationinterpersonal abilitiesadaptabilityability to work under pressuretime managementcollaborationteam culture development

Certifications

high school diplomacollege degree in business administrationvalid driver's license