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Waste Management · Oakland, CA

Operations Manager Trainee

Oakland, CA, United StatesOn-siteManager or lead$70,000 - $78,000Operations

Listed on Waste Management’s official careers site. Posted July 29, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.

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Job description

Pay Range

$70,000 - $78,000 Must be open to relocation! What is the value of a WM Job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career.

We Are Always Working For A Sustainable Tomorrow®

Our mission is to leave the world a better place than we found it by helping its inhabitants find purpose in becoming its caretakers.

We Are People First

The members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We foster an environment where all teammates feel welcomed, valued and seen.

We Are Committed to Your Growth

Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program, paid on-the-job training, and established career progression.

We Are Stable

From the front line to the corporate offices, our team members perform essential and meaningful work.

We Are a Family

At WM we are over 60,000 people - from many places and many backgrounds, and it is our amazing differences that make us stronger.

We Are Investing in You

Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more! Ready to roll with us? Click Apply to join the WM team today. 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.

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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

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Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree 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 Driver's License 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 range for this on-site position is $70,000 - $78,000. 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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