Route Manager

Route Manager

Kimble Companies invites applicants for the Route Manager role. The Route Manager exercises discretion and independent judgment to manage daily operations of the facility, including personnel, production, safety, and customer service.

Kimble Company is locally owned and operated by the Kimble Family, with over 70 years of experience in the energy, materials, recycling, and solid waste industries. We are a dedicated team of seasoned professionals who care about our clients, the environment, safety, our families, and our coworkers. At Kimble we strive for perfection in everything that we do.

• High School Diploma or GED, some college preferred
• Previous operations experience in the Trash industry
• 3+ years of prior management of people in a fast‑paced environment
• Valid CDL license with attached DOT Medical Card (preferred)

• The ability to convey complex directions to employees
• Language skills including the ability to analyze and communicate effectively, including composing concise procedures, memos, and letters
• Professional speaking and listening skills, and ability to work with diverse backgrounds
• Excellent computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word required
• Use of computer-aided dispatching equipment required
• Advanced scheduling and dispatch experience required
• Reasoning ability
• Ability to apply common sense to draft and carry out detailed instructions and solve problems in varied situations

The responsibilities listed below are considered essential duties of the Route Manager.

• Exercise discretion in assigning and supervising CDL drivers operating solid waste collection equipment
• Monitor daily production
• Ensure all drivers perform and complete daily activities with routes professionally and timely
• Review safety protocols, such as missing logs/DMRs
• Verify Hours of Service for all drivers to ensure DOT compliance
• Manage random drug screens and monitor for reasonable suspicion

• Exercise independent judgment in monitoring progress of daily operations and reassign team members to accommodate business needs
• Conduct field inspections and audits of all site personnel to ensure proper work procedures comply with company and legal requirements
• Address customer complaints in a timely manner and review with the General Manager
• Partner with the Marketing Manager and General Manager on residential contracts to ensure smooth contract start‑ups
• Partner with City Service Directors monthly to check service status
• Supervise dispatch team and/or dispatch drivers as needed

• Develop and execute safety goals
• Oversee compliance programs, including environmental, DOT, and OSHA
• Perform audits to ensure compliance with company, DOT, and OSHA guidelines
• Promote and participate in company safety programs with all team members
• Oversee accident investigations
• Monitor pre‑ and post‑trip route observations completed weekly and monthly
• Oversee Lock Out/Tag Out procedures
• Attend monthly safety meetings

• Exercise independent judgment in optimizing daily refuse and recycling routes by working with the Routing Department, Route Supervisors, and Drivers to ensure effective and efficient routing of all routes
• Adjust daily activities due to unforeseen incidents such as weather and/or personnel changes

• Develop short and long‑term goals and action plans for the site and company
• Control costs by monitoring driver productivity and operational efficiencies
• Partner with the General Manager to develop yearly budget

• Supervise operations employees directly and indirectly, with assistance from the Operations Supervisor
• Ensure proper staffing, assisting with new hires and terminations
• Review and approve hours worked and vacation requests
• Review employee evaluations and recommend promotions
• Exercise discretion in discipline, suspensions, and terminations
• Make independent hiring decisions, conduct applicant interviews and review resumes
• Recognize standout performance with rewards such as gift cards, recognition, and promotion recommendations
• Exercise judgment in transferring employees to different shifts and departments
• Prepare performance…