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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for waste management laborer in Indiana is $17.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.10 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a waste management laborer?

Waste Management Laborers are workers responsible for collecting, transporting, and disposing of waste materials from homes, businesses, and public areas. They may operate garbage trucks, handle recycling materials, and ensure that waste is properly sorted and processed according to environmental regulations. Their work helps keep communities clean, reduces health hazards, and supports recycling and sustainability efforts. Waste Management Laborers often work outdoors and may be required to lift heavy objects and follow strict safety protocols.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a waste management laborer?

To thrive as a Waste Management Laborer, you need physical stamina, attention to safety protocols, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with waste collection vehicles, hydraulic lift systems, and personal protective equipment (PPE) is typically required. Reliability, teamwork, and strong communication skills help individuals excel in this role. These skills and qualities are vital for maintaining safe, efficient waste disposal operations and ensuring environmental compliance.

What are common challenges faced by waste management laborers, and how can they be addressed on the job?

Waste Management Laborers often encounter physically demanding tasks, such as lifting heavy materials, working in varying weather conditions, and handling potentially hazardous waste. To address these challenges, it's important to use proper lifting techniques, wear recommended personal protective equipment (PPE), and follow established safety protocols. Teamwork and clear communication with supervisors and coworkers also help ensure tasks are completed efficiently and safely. Many employers provide ongoing safety training and support to help workers adapt and thrive in this environment.

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Infographic showing various Waste Management Laborer job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,807 per year, or $17.2 per hour.

Operations Supervisor (Waste Industry)

Lakeshore Recycling Systems LLC

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee all operations activities within the assigned geographical area, including facility or route optimization and coverage.

  • Supervise and evaluate drivers or laborers, ensuring safety, performance, and compliance, while providing feedback and leadership.

  • Monitor operational performance, address issues in real time, and report findings to upper management.

Job description

The Operations Supervisor will oversee all operations activities within the assigned geographical area. This role is responsible for driver or laborer safety and operational efficiency. This role observes and analyzes the overall efficiency of the department to ensure things are moving smoothly as well as report findings to upper management as needed.
Reports To
Operations Manager
  • Responsible for driver or laborer safety including safety training, safety planning, incident reporting, etc.
  • Accountable for scheduling shifts, planning for call-ins/no shows, and reporting department metrics and performance
  • Responsible for facility or route optimization and coverage at all times
  • Proactively evaluate and perform facility, area or route visits and assessments
  • If applicable, evaluate customer support and problem solving to find solutions to customer issues
  • Respond positively to unpredictable situations or problems that can occur throughout their work responsibilities
  • Responsible for leading and supervising laborers or drivers within the assigned facility or geographical area by continually evaluating performance and delivering feedback
  • Respond positively to unpredictable situations or problems that can occur throughout work responsibilities
  • Set a motivational tone and establish a high degree of optimism focused on employees in the work environment

Scope of Responsibility:
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations within an assigned geographic area, directly supervising drivers and/or laborers and ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations. This role has decision-making authority related to staffing, scheduling, route or facility optimization, and performance management, with a direct impact on productivity, safety outcomes, and service delivery. The position monitors operational performance, addresses issues in real time, and implements improvements to support overall departmental effectiveness and business objectives.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
  • High school diploma or GED is required
  • Minimum 3 years of experience as Operations Supervisor, preferably from the waste management, manufacturing or trucking/transportation Industry
  • Must have a commercial driver's license (CDL) or willing to obtain one (if supervising drivers)

Education & Experience:
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Must be a self-starter with a strong level of accountability
  • Essential to be detailed oriented
  • Upbeat and energized to complete tasks with a positive attitude
  • Must work well under pressure
  • Excellent Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook Software Skills
  • Ability to perform physical requirements of the job
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions
  • Experience with routine maintenance operations
  • Fluency in Spanish is a plus

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Regularly required to talk and hear, both in person and by phone or web meetings.
  • Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
  • Ability to read and interpret data on a computer screen or printed documents.
  • Work is performed in an office environment with moderate noise levels, in a climate-controlled environment with heating and air conditioning.
  • May be required to move around the work site and may be exposed to various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow.
  • May be exposed to high noise levels from trucks and machinery while outside typical office setting.

Travel Required:
  • N/A

This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications required for the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties or qualifications.

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