Solid Waste Superintendent

Salary: $68,621.49 - $97,428.86 Annually Location : City of St. Cloud, FL Job Type: FULL-TIME Department: PUBLIC WORKS Opening Date: 01/14/2026 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Exempt Description The Public Works Department is seeking a qualified and motivated professional to serve as Solid Waste Superintendent, a key leadership role supporting the City's mission and values of Accountability, Empowerment, Innovation, and Ownership. This management position is responsible for overseeing the planning, administration, and daily operations of the City's solid waste collection and disposal programs. The Solid Waste Superintendent provides strong, accountable leadership to division staff while ensuring compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and standards related to safety, quality, and environmental stewardship. The ideal candidate leads with ownership of division outcomes, empowers employees to perform at their best, and seeks innovative solutions to improve operational efficiency and service delivery. This role requires a commitment to transparency, responsible decision-making, and continuous improvement in service to the community. Key Responsibilities Include: Managing and supervising solid waste collection and disposal operations Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and City policies Fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and employee empowerment Developing and implementing operational policies, procedures, and improvements Overseeing budgets, contracts, and performance metrics with a strong sense of ownership This position reports directly to the Public Works Director and collaborates with other departments to support Citywide goals. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you are a results-driven leader who values accountability, empowers teams, embraces innovation, and takes ownership of public service excellence, we encourage you to apply and join our Public Works leadership team. Duties and Responsibilities The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary. Provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Oversees all commercial and residential services for the Solid Waste division, including assigned personnel, equipment, and other resources; initiates new accounts responsible for generating revenue; participates in formulation and monitoring of the budget; responds to and resolves customer complaints; conducts staff meetings to discuss program goals, measure performance and needs, and to provide in-service training. Coordinates solid waste collection for commercial and residential customers; reviews and analyzes commercial or residential collection routes, pick-up locations, types of services provided, and other data; designs and regularly balances routes for maximum efficiency; analyzes and establishes new procedures for commercial and bulk service. Coordinates solid waste transfer station operations for commercial and residential customers; ensures compliance with Florida Department of Environmental Protection and other applicable agencies, types of services provided; designs and regularly balances operations for maximum efficiency; analyzes and establishes new procedures for municipal solid waste, hazardous waste, construction debris, and other services. Coordinates clean-up efforts with other departments and event coordinating companies for City sanctioned and non-City sanctioned special events. Manages commercial and residential recycling program; implements programs designed to heighten business or homeowner awareness and promote recycling; assesses performance of the commercial or residential recycling program. Prepares reports and correspondence; assigns, develops, and evaluates personnel; serves as respondent in the grievance procedure; administers discipline when required. Manages and coordinates with Fleet Services Division regarding preventative maintenance and repair of division vehicles and of supporting equipment as needed; monitors use and condition of equipment; prepares replacement plans for maximum efficiency and cost effectiveness. Manages post-closure care activity for a Class I closed facility. Performs related work as required. Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsGraduation from high school or completion of GED; college or university degree or certification in engineering, business administration, public administration, environmental science or related field is preferred. Minimum of four (4) years solid waste industry experience; five (5) years is preferred. Minimum of three (3) years of mid-level management experience; five (5) years is preferred. Possession of a valid State of Florida Class E Driver's License and to have the ability to be insured by the City's insurance carrier at the time of hire; a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class "B" is preferred. Possession and maintenance of a solid waste transfer operator's certificate from an accredited institution or ability to obtain within 6 months from hire date. Preferred bilingual (English/Spanish) with ability to communicate orally and in writing. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Considerable knowledge of: solid waste collection, recycling and disposal practices; occupational hazards of solid waste operations and safety practices and methods of promoting safety among solid waste staff; current developments, literature and sources of information relating to the solid waste industry. Working knowledge of: modern management practices and procedures; application of information technology to monitoring and analysis of activities. Ability to: plan, assign, direct, and coordinate the work of skilled and unskilled trades personnel in a manner that promotes full performance; set clear objectives and measures to monitor process, progress and results; develop a team environment; establish and maintain effective working relationships with city employees and the general public; handle persons in a calm and guiding manner and secure essential information from them pertaining to their requests, problems, or complaints; write and speak clearly in a variety of communications settings. Skill in: research and analysis of data for preparation and recommendations of implementing operational needs and requirements. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate. The employee is frequently required to remain stationary. The employee is occasionally required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Mathematics: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Language Ability: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Reasoning: Strong ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. An Equal Opportunity Employer The City of St. Cloud is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in all of its employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran or family status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable state or federal laws. The City participates in employment eligibility verifications through E-verify. Veteran's preference is given in accordance with Florida Law. City of St. Cloud Benefits Package We believe our City employees to be our most valuable asset. To attract and retain those employees, we offer a competitive wages and benefits package including on-the-job training, seminars, and performance appraisals. We invite you to look at the benefits the City of St. Cloud has to offer. We think you will find that the rewards of the job are equal to the challenge. All of our Full-time regular employees are eligible for the , which includes: On-Site Employee Health Care Center - free for employees and their dependents on the health insurance plan Paid Vacation Sick Leave (Ability to roll over from year to year) 11 Paid Holidays for General Employees and Police Officers- The Fire department employees can earn up to 156 holiday hours per fiscal year (prorated from the employee's start date). One (1) Floating Holiday for General Employees and two (2) for Police Officers. Medical and Dental Coverage Awards Programs Deferred Compensation Plan Discounted Automobile Insurance Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Account Flexible Work Schedules Holiday Bonus - subject to City Council approval Indianapolis Plan (Police Officers) Life and Accidental Death (One-time annual salary paid by City) Long Term Disability Coverage (paid by City) Management Leave Sick Leave Bank available for all employees - for Fire Union sick leave bank information, see (PDF) 01 Which best describes your level of education? No High School Equivalency High School Diploma or Equivalency Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree 02 Do you have a valid Florida Driver's License? Yes No 03 Do you have a Commercial Driver's License? If yes, which class? No Yes, Class A Yes, Class B Yes, Class C 04 Please indicate the amount of time you have in the solid waste industry. None 1-3 years 4-5 years 6 + years 05 Please describe the qualifications and experience that you possess in the Solid Waste division? 06 Do you have the minimum of three (3) years of mid-level management experience required? If so, please indicate the amount of years. 07 Are you in possession and maintenance of a solid waste transfer operator's certificate from an accredited institution? Yes No 08 If not, do you have the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire? Yes No 09 Are you bilingual (English/Spanish)? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-09