Solid Waste Supervisor

SOLID WASTE SUPERVISOR - Sandoval County Logo# Sandoval County, NM## SOLID WASTE SUPERVISOR Apply:
Bernalillo, NM:
Full time:
Posted 3 Days Ago:
End Date:
November 14, 2026 (11 days left to apply):
JR100175
** This job posting is only for candidates that are NOT current employees of Sandoval County.
** If you are a current employee, you must apply using the Workday Jobs Hub which can be found in the navigation menu on the left side of the screen when you log into Workday.  # Department:

Public Works Solid Waste# Pay:$30.24-$36.24# Close Date:11-13-2026#

Job Description:

** GENERAL

PURPOSE:

** Under general direction, supervises the daily operations of assigned solid waste facilities, including landfill, compost, and other related sites; ensures safety of all customers and staff and the safe operation of equipment; inspects equipment and facilities to ensure proper functioning; coordinates equipment maintenance and repairs; ensures facilities are operating within the guidelines of the New Mexico State Environmental Department; develops policies, procedures, and standards of operation;

and  performs other duties as assigned by the Solid Waste Manager.
** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**:
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* Education and Experience:

*** High School Diploma/GED Certification from an accredited institution and three years of experience working in landfill operations, operating heavy equipment and conducting inspections of facilities and/or equipment that includes one year of supervisory or foreman experience.
** Required Licenses or

Certifications:

*** Valid New Mexico Commercial driver’s license (CDL) or the ability to obtain a valid New Mexico Commercial driver’s license (CDL) within 30 days of hire
* Obtain Landfill Operator Certification, Composting Facility Operator Certification, Transfer Station Operators Certification, and Recycling Operators Certification within a specified period of time after hire.
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* Additional Requirements:

*** Ability to maintain a valid New Mexico Commercial driver’s license (CDL).
* Successful completion of pre-employment alcohol and drug testing is required.
** This is a safety- sensitive position subject to random drug testing in accordance with County policy Article XIII Drug and Alcohol Policy and Testing-Drug Free Workplace of the Sandoval County Personnel Rules and Regulation.
**** SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
** Position reports to the Solid Waste Manager and exercises supervision over lower level staff.
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* ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

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* * The following duties
** ARE NOT
** intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
*** In area of assignment:
*** Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work of assigned staff; assigns tasks and coordinates schedules, projects, and programs; provides constructive feedback; reviews and evaluates work and makes effective suggestions and recommendations.
* Coaches, trains and motivates staff; coordinates and/or provides staff training; and manages employee relations; manages the workflow and prioritization of projects and measures the performance of the assigned unit/area and all related staff and takes appropriate corrective action when necessary; provides general advice and counsel to staff; develops or assists with developmental work plans for staff; assists with implementation and recommendation of corrective actions, discipline and termination procedures as appropriate/necessary.
* Monitors operations throughout the day for safety of customers and county employees; ensures all employees are using…