Crew Supervisor - Portland

TITLE: Supervisor

COMPANY: Interstate Business Solutions, LLC

LOCATION: Portland, OR

TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT: Regular Full-Time

TRAVEL (Overnight): No

COMPENSATION: $54,000 to $58,000 base salary + bonus

SCHEDULE

The Portland operation runs two shifts, one from Sunday through Thursday and the other from Tuesday through Saturday. These shifts run from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM on normal workdays but may be modified according to the needs of the business.

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Interstate Business Solutions is dedicated to creating cleaner, safer, and more sustainable environments in our communities. We specialize in litter abatement, homeless encampment cleanup, and other essential services that improve the quality of life in urban and suburban areas. IBS is a fair chance employer who hires people who are justice involved, experience homelessness and/or substance abuse. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and community well-being sets us apart as a leader in our field.

DAY IN THE LIFE

Our typical litter collection crews are staffed with:

· Crew Members who perform litter collection.

· Crew Leads who operate the vehicles transporting the crews and oversee the crew(s) in the absence of the Supervisor.

On a typical day, the Supervisor will meet their crew(s) at a central location. From there, the Supervisor will escort the crew to their designated working location. Throughout the day, the Supervisor will oversee the execution of the work being performed to ensure that all safety and quality expectations are met, as well as addressing any unique issues that arise.

JOB DUTIES

Leadership

· Oversee the day-to-day performance of up to 20 employees

· Assist team with litter collection, loading, and unloading as necessary to ensure performance goals are being met

· Exercise self-control and good judgement in all situations.

· Take a teamwork approach to the job cooperating with others, offering help to others when needed, and considering large organizational goals rather than individual concerns.

· Communicate clear, concise instructions to employees.

Safety

· Obey all safety rules and regulations, including the wear of required Personal Protective Equipment

· Ensure that all employees are working safely and wearing required Personal Protective Equipment

· Place, move, and recover temporary traffic control signage throughout the workday

· Immediately correct any unsafe situations when possible. Report any hazards or unsafe conditions to the Area Operations Manager immediately.

Performance

· Report to work at the scheduled time and work the entire assigned shift.

· Meet assigned litter collection goals, while striving for continuous improvement and gains in efficiency and performance

· Identify any process improvements and report to the field supervisor.

· Track and report requested metrics to Area Operations Manager daily

Skills

· Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

· Apply understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.

· Operate cargo vans, large trucks, and vehicles pulling a trailer.

Administrative support

· Serve as the primary point of contact for the Human Resources team to assist with onboarding new employees. This includes, but is not limited to, collecting I9 identity documents and assisting new employees with completion of digital onboarding using laptops or mobile devices.

· Train new employees in the safe and efficient execution of their assigned duties.

· Interview new employees as opportunities arise.

Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· Two years of leadership experience

· Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

· Reliable transportation to meet assigned location as early as 6:00am

· Stand and walk up to 5 miles per day over rough, steep, and uneven terrain in all weather conditions

· Lift up to 25lbs regularly throughout the day, and 50lbs occasionally

· Use of grabber-type device

· Sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch occasionally

· Use hands and arms to operate grabber-type device, finger, handle, feel, and reach regularly

· Talk and hear regularly

· See items with close, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· Outdoor work leadership experience

· Bilingual – English and Spanish

· High-school diploma or GED

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; and will frequently be exposed to moving traffic and outdoor weather conditions. The noise level for this environment will be loud. Requires collection of litter along roadways and rights-of-way for extended periods and in all types of weather.

BENEFITS

· Matching 401(k)

· Dental insurance

· Vision insurance

· Disability insurance

· Flexible schedule

· Health insurance

· Life insurance

· Paid Time Off

SUMMARY

As part of its employment process, Interstate Business Solutions may procure or have prepared a criminal background check. An applicant with an unsatisfactory criminal background check report will still be considered for employment with relief. Must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

IBS is dedicated to the achievement of equality of opportunity for all its employees and applicants for employment. This broadly interpreted policy not only prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any protected category under state, local, or federal law, but also ensures that qualified individuals will be given the opportunity to join IBS and progress within IBS in accordance with their own abilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Schedule:

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Day shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

Ability to Commute:

Ability to Relocate:

Work Location: In person