Supervisor in Training; SIT – Waste & Recycling Operations

• Location St Ave Ne,Blaine, MN, ,United States
• Base Pay $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 / Year

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$55,000–$65,000

Walters is the premier environmental services provider in the Twin Cities metropolitan area providing waste and recycling collection to the public and private sectors since 1988. We are the largest family owned and operated waste and recycling provider in Minnesota providing over 100,000 services each week with a fleet fueled by both diesel and compressed natural gas (CNG).

At Walters, we are committed to safe, simple, and reliable service—for our customers and for each other. Our One Team culture means we work together, support one another, and take pride in doing the right thing every day.

The Supervisor in Training (SIT) program is a 12-month leadership development program designed to prepare high-potential individuals to become Operations Supervisors within our waste and recycling operations.

This program is self-led and provides hands‑on operational experience, structured training, and leadership development across all aspects of the business.

This position is Safety Sensitive. It requires drug and alcohol testing in compliance with 49 CFR part 382, this includes marijuana. This position also requires an active DOT health card. To get a DOT health card, candidates must have a valid Minnesota Drivers License.

• Support daily collection and facility operations
• Drive route efficiency and service reliability
• Ensure adherence to SOPs and safety standards

• Lead frontline employees with accountability and respect
• Conduct safety meetings and performance coaching
• Build a culture aligned with company values
• Learn and apply P&L management principles
• Track and improve key operational metrics
• Identify cost-saving and revenue growth opportunities

• Enforce Operations Expectations and other internal policies and guidelines
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Business, Operations, Logistics, or related) OR equivalent field experience
• 2–5 years of leadership or operations experience
• Strong interest in operations, logistics, or environmental services
• Demonstrated leadership potential and work ethic
• Willingness to work in both office and field environments

This is an office-based role with frequent daily interaction with drivers, management, and customer‑facing teams. The nature of waste collection operations means schedules can shift — candidates should be comfortable with early morning, evening, or occasional weekend hours as operational needs require.

State‑of‑the‑art onboard routing software, industry‑leading safety training, driver recognition program, uniforms, and boot allowance.

Competitive wages - Based on Experience

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• EAP-Employee Assistance Program
• HSA Employer Contributions
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Benefits;
  Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accidental
• Legalshield/d
• 401K with Employer Match
• 10 days Paid Time Off (PTO) and 6 days of ESST
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Free Trash pickup within the Service area.

Walters Recycling and Refuse Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This range is generally the minimum and maximum salary or hourly pay for this position at the time of posting for this Job.

Any questions you may have about this range, please reach out to HR.