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Waste Pro

Landfill Manager Acadiana

Carencro, LA · On-site

AWESOME LANDFILL MANAGER FOR BOTH OF OUR ACADIANA LOCATIONS. AT A FAST GROWING COMPANY ... APPLY NOW TO EXPAND WITH AN AMAZING TEAM !!!! The Waste Pro Landfill Manager will have oversite of a ...

Rumpke

Region Landfill Manager

Shiloh, OH · On-site

The Region Landfill Manager position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating region landfill operations and employees to ensure that performance goals are met while maintaining compliance with ...

Rumpke

Assistant Landfill Manager

Painesville, OH · On-site

The Assistant Landfill Manager position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating landfill operations and employees to ensure that performance goals are met while maintaining compliance with the ...

Delta County Colorado

Landfill Manager

Eckert, CO · On-site

$61.88K - $71.16K/yr

The Landfill Manager provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for the Adobe Buttes Landfill and associated transfer station(s). The primary objective is to ensure the safe ...

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Delta County Colorado

Landfill Manager

Orchard City, CO · On-site

$61.88K - $71.16K/yr

The Landfill Manager provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for the Adobe Buttes Landfill and associated transfer station(s). The primary objective is to ensure the safe ...

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Veitusa

Landfill Operator/Laborer

Becker, MN

$25/hr

Assists Landfill Manager with other facets of landfill operation as requested. * Follows company and OSHA safety procedures. Brings problems to the attention of the Landfill Manager or Safety ...

City of Logan

Part-time Landfill Inspector

Logan, UT · On-site

$21 - $24/hr

Warren Hullinger, Landfill Manager at 435-716-9798 warren.hullinger@loganutah.gov. Responsibilities: Main responsibility is to control wind blow litter at North Valley Landfill, this includes ...

Veit

Landfill Operator/Laborer

Becker, MN · On-site

$25/hr

Assists Landfill Manager with other facets of landfill operation as requested. * Follows company and OSHA safety procedures. Brings problems to the attention of the Landfill Manager or Safety ...

Waste Connections

Landfill Gas Tech

Rockford, IL · On-site

$25/hr

Work with Region Engineer and Landfill Manager to ensure compliance. * Maintain relationships with landfill employees as well as consultants, vendors, customers generating industrial waste. * Assist ...

Lee County, FL

Manager, Landfill Operations

Lee, FL · On-site

$90K - $177.67K/yr

The Landfill Operations Manager provides operational direction, financial oversight, regulatory leadership, and cross-departmental coordination within the County's integrated solid waste management ...

Republic Services

Operations Manager - Landfill

Argos, IN · On-site

$90.80K - $124.85K/yr

The Operations Manager - Landfill works with his or her General Manager and other managers in the business unit to execute a local market strategy that complements the Area's overall strategic ...

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How much do landfill manager jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for landfill manager in the United States is $70,233.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $78,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Landfill Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Landfill Manager, you need a background in environmental science, engineering, or waste management, often supported by relevant degrees and experience in regulatory compliance. Familiarity with landfill management systems, GPS-based tracking, heavy equipment operation, and certifications such as SWANA (Solid Waste Association of North America) are typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help in managing staff, coordinating with regulators, and addressing community concerns. These competencies ensure efficient, safe, and environmentally responsible landfill operations that comply with legal standards.

What are some common challenges a Landfill Manager faces in balancing environmental regulations with daily operations?

Landfill Managers often face the challenge of ensuring that day-to-day operations comply with evolving environmental regulations while maintaining efficiency and safety. This involves monitoring waste streams, overseeing leachate and gas management systems, and ensuring proper documentation and reporting. Managers must also coordinate with regulatory agencies during inspections and implement corrective actions swiftly if issues arise. Balancing these responsibilities requires strong organizational skills and up-to-date knowledge of industry standards.

What does a Landfill Manager do?

A Landfill Manager oversees the daily operations of a landfill site, ensuring that waste is disposed of safely, efficiently, and in compliance with environmental regulations. Their responsibilities include supervising staff, monitoring waste delivery and compaction, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. They also manage environmental monitoring activities, such as checking for groundwater contamination and controlling landfill gas emissions. Additionally, Landfill Managers often interact with regulatory agencies and help plan for future site development or closure.

What is the difference between Landfill Manager vs Waste Operations Supervisor?

AspectLandfill ManagerWaste Operations Supervisor
CertificationsEnvironmental certifications, CDL often preferredOSHA safety training, CDL beneficial
Work EnvironmentLandfill sites, outdoor, heavy equipmentWaste facilities, outdoor, operational oversight
Employer & Industry UsageMunicipalities, waste management companiesPrivate waste companies, municipal waste departments
Job FocusOversees landfill operations, compliance, environmental safetySupervises waste collection and disposal activities

While both roles involve waste management, the Landfill Manager primarily oversees landfill operations, environmental compliance, and safety protocols. The Waste Operations Supervisor focuses more on supervising waste collection and disposal activities on a daily basis. The Landfill Manager typically has broader responsibilities related to site management and regulatory adherence, whereas the Waste Operations Supervisor concentrates on operational staff and process efficiency.

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Landfill Manager Acadiana

Landfill Manager Acadiana

Waste Pro

Carencro, LA • On-site

Full-time

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Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

AWESOME LANDFILL MANAGER FOR BOTH OF OUR ACADIANA LOCATIONS. AT A FAST GROWING COMPANY ... APPLY NOW TO EXPAND WITH AN AMAZING TEAM !!!!
The Waste Pro Landfill Manager will have oversite of a landfill and ensure that daily site procedures are following safety, environmental and equipment maintenance policies. The Landfill Manager will develop strategies to ensure the landfill is operating efficiently to maintain compliance and profitability.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Maintain safe a safe landfill.
  • Manage landfill in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and Waste Pro policies.
  • Ensure consistent, compliant and profitable operations.
  • Monitor productivity and cost controls
  • Maintain ongoing oversite of all permitting and forecast potential issues
  • Meet with officials from environmental agencies, state and federal officials regarding operations
  • Train and mentor staff on issues regarding the operation of a landfill.
  • Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of the Waste Pro landfill through inspections, training and preventive maintenance programs with managers and employees.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Education: Bachelor's Degree, or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED and 5 years of relevant work experience.
  • State certification/ license to operate a disposal site will be needed as required
  • Experience: 5 or more years managing landfills
  • Excellent Communication and Organizational Skills
  • Excellent Attention to detail
  • Ability to meet deadlines and set priorities with effective distribution of time and effort.
  • Ability to lead and train others.

OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Employees in this job classification must attend and participate in corporation sponsored training courses as assigned.
  • Employees in this job classification are responsible for keeping up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, used by Waste Pro.
  • Any additional job duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS/ PHYSICAL WORK REQUIREMENTS
  • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
  • Required to exert physical effort in handling objects up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Normal setting for this job is carried out in an office or disposal facility, and may include a variety of environment conditions, including wide variation of temperatures, weather conditions, including but not limited to heat, cold, snow, rain, wind, noise, vibrations, fumes, odors, and dust

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