Operations Manager – Accelerated Leadership Development Program
Company: Waste Management
Location: Wheeling
Posted on: March 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Targeted Salary: $74,000 The Operations Manager Trainee (OMT)
program is a structured 5-month leadership development program
designed to prepare you for a front-line Operations Manager (OM)
role. During training, you will gain hands-on field experience
leading employees, improving operational efficiency, supporting
safety programs, and driving customer satisfaction. Upon successful
completion, trainees transition into an Operations Manager position
responsible for coaching, mentoring, and managing frontline
employees, overseeing daily route operations, and ensuring safety,
performance, and service excellence. If you’re looking for a clear
path into leadership, not just a job, this program is designed for
you. What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job is more
than a paycheck . It’s a way to create opportunities for you and
your family. We Are Stable: Our WM team is home every day, and our
team members perform essential and meaningful work. We Are
Committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistance Benefit available
for team members. We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental
& Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day
care, and more! Who are we? WeAreWM Ready to roll with us? Click
Apply to join the WM (formerly Waste Management) team today. This
position does NOT require relocation after training. I. Job Summary
The Operations Manager Trainee (OMT) training program is intended
to prepare individuals to become front-line Operations Managers.
The majority of the day is spent in the field, interacting with
front-line employees. Through our hands-on training program, we
will teach you how to increase financial profitability, maximize
operational efficiency, improve customer satisfaction, and lead
teams of people. Candidates must be willing to relocate within a
certain geographic area at the end of the training program. II.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities DEVELOPING Provide timely and
consistent touchpoints with frontline employees Regular review of
best practices to enhance daily performance Partners with Drivers
and Technicians to develop job-related skills Completes the
assigned OMT training curriculum and all other assigned training
COACHING Actively practice and seek feedback on coaching
conversations Collaborates with all frontline managers to learn the
day-to-day business operations (i.e., Operations Improvement
Manager, Fleet Manager, Sales Manager, District Managers,
Operations Managers) OTHER Develop knowledge of DOT & OSHA safety
programs and systems; operational business processes, systems &
tools; performance management; dispatch & routing; fleet
maintenance processes III. Qualifications A. Required
Qualifications Bachelor's Degree (accredited) or in lieu of a
degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and two (2) years
of relevant work experience. 2 years of relevant work experience
(in addition to education requirements) Must be at least 18 years
of age Legally eligible to work in the country where the position
is located Valid Driver's License Must maintain a valid driver’s
license and clean driving record throughout the duration of
employment in this position B. Preferred Qualifications IV.
Physical Requirements Listed below are key points regarding
physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work
environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions of the job.? Combination: This job operates in a mix
between an office environment and plant/field environment and
routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as
computers, phones, copy machines, etc. The expected base pay for
this on-site position is $74,000. This range represents a good
faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a
successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors
including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training,
certifications, qualifications, and work location V. Benefits At
WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total
compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase
Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive
Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that
benefits may vary by site. If this sounds like the opportunity that
you have been looking for, please click Apply.
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