Solid Waste Supervisor - Street Cleaning Division (Night Shift)

Solid Waste Supervisor - Street Cleaning Division (Night Shift)

Salary

$60,491.00 Annually

Location

18 Interchange Drive, Savannah, GA

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

2603382

Department

Sanitation Department

Division

Street Cleaning Division

Opening Date

08/24/2026

Closing Date

8/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
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Purpose

The City of Savannah is set within a vibrant and diverse community, filled with charm and great people! We are always looking for hidden gems ready to champion challenges, foster a culture of belonging, and make a difference within the communities we serve!

Jump start your career today by joining our team as the Sanitation Supervisor working in our Street Cleaning Division. This position supervises and participates in the daily operations of the Sanitation Department.

We offer an excellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457b), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, employee assistance program, home buyers program, tuition reimbursement and more!

Submit your application today!

Essential Job Functions

• Supervises, directs, and monitors performance of assigned personnel and equipment in daily Sanitation Department operations including Commercial Refuse Collections, Residential Refuse Collections, Street Cleaning, Refuse Disposal or Recycling and Litter Abatement.
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• May supervise and direct the daily sanitation code enforcement.
• May inspect properties to enforce City of Savannah codes and ordinances governing waste containerization collection and disposal, and litter and debris control.
• May provide information to property owners regarding codes and steps required to achieve compliance.
• Issues courtesy notices, administrative and recorder court summons as required; takes before and after photographs.
• May prepare case folders; testifies in court.
• May oversee the field training of new enforcement officers.
• Supervises and monitors street sweeping, citation, sign program, and front-end loader operations.
• May monitor the issuance of citations to ensure accuracy and adherence to policies.
• May forward citations to Revenue Department.
• Monitors vehicle repair and maintenance needs and forwards to appropriate personnel.
• Supervises and directs the daily collection of recycling and litter routes; monitors the performance of assigned personnel and equipment.
• Supervises, monitors, and directs daily collection of residential refuse, yard waste, bulk items; monitors performance of assigned staff and equipment.
• Attends neighborhood meetings and provides information concerning department services, policies, and procedures.
• Assigns trucks and crews to recycling and litter routes.
• Ensures trucks are operating properly, safely, and effectively.
• Supervises transfer station roll-off container truck operations and customer support to achieve quality customer service.
• Ensures day-to-day landfill Design and Operations Plan compliance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Degree; with four (4) years of supervisory experience in code enforcement, solid waste management or public work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid state drivers license with an acceptable driving history.

Class B CDL license preferred not required.

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday 8:00 p.m. -6:00 a.m.

Work Location: 20 Interchange Drive

Additional Requirements

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Additional Information

• Knowledge of department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of city personnel policy.
• Knowledge of equipment.
• Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
• Skill in the supervision of personnel.
• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of the operation and function of the Sanitation Bureau.
• Knowledge of related City of Savannah codes and ordinances.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of sanitation code enforcement.
• Knowledge of sanitation work programs and collection zones.
• Knowledge of city and bureau personnel policies.
• Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
• Skill in the resolution of conflicts.

Minimum Standards

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Division Director and/or Administrator assigns work in terms of very general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with City ordinances, waste collection and disposal procedures.

GUIDELINES: Guidelines include city ordinances, the employee handbook, and department standard operating procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY: The work consists of varied supervisory duties. Inclement weather conditions contribute to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to supervise the provision of commercial refuse collection services. Success in this position contributes to the provision of efficient and effective services.

PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, representatives of businesses, contractors, and members of the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, resolve problems, and motivate personnel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects and climbs ladders.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors. The employee may be exposed to machinery with moving parts and cold or inclement weather conditions.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: This position has direct supervision over assigned staff.

CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan

Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)

Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan

Retirement Seminars

PPO Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Health & Wellness Incentives

Long Term Disability

Excellence and Service Recognition

Employee Development and In-Service Training

Educational Assistance Program

Uniform Allowance (select positions)

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts and Memberships

Employee Relations

Direct Deposit

Credit Union

Pretax Parking Deductions

Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program

Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan

PPO Medical Basic Plan

Dental Plus Plan

Dental Basic Plan

Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD

Supplemental Life Employee

Supplemental Life Spouse

Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

01

Do you currently hold an Associate Degree or higher in the related field?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least four (4) years of supervisory experience in code enforcement, solid waste management or public work?

• Yes
• No

03

Briefly describe your experience as it relates to code enforcement, solid waste management or public work.

04

Do you hold a valid state drivers license with an acceptable driving history?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Savannah

Address 6600 Abercorn Street

Suite 100

Savannah, Georgia, 31405

Phone 912-651-6484

Website http://www.savannahga.gov