Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) Supervisor

City of Oxnard, CA

Oxnard, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$70,603.31–$108,009.62 Per Year

SKILLS

Automation, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Budgeting, Business Operations, Class C License, Coaching, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Construction Project Management, Contract Management, Documentation, Driver's License, Emergency Response, English Language, Federal Government, Funding, Government, Health Plan, High School Diploma, Homeland Security, Insurance, Inventory Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Microsoft Office, Multilingual, Operational Audit, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Operations, Operations Management, Operations Planning, Operations Processes, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Performance Reviews, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Public Works, Record Keeping, Records Management, Recycling, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Social Security Administration, Spanish Language, Staff Development, Staff Training, Succession Planning, System Operations, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Waste/Garbage/Recycle Collection, Work From Home

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Oxnard, CA

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Salary : $70,603.31 - $108,009.62 Annually
Location : Del Norte Recycling & Transfer Station: 111 South Del Norte Blvd., Oxnard, 93036, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 3130-PW-2606-AA
Department:PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date: 06/04/2026
Closing Date: 7/20/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Description
The City of Oxnard's Public Works Department, Environmental Resources Division, is seeking a Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) Supervisor tooversee daily operations at the City's MRF, Buyback Center, Antifreeze, Batteries, Oil and Paint (ABOP) facility, and related post-collection recycling activities. The ideal candidate will have strong operational, safety, leadership, and regulatory compliance experience within a recycling, solid waste, or industrial processing environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Supervise and coordinate the daily operations of the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), including recycling processing activities, equipment operations, dispatch coordination, temporary staffing, sorting functions, and related post-collection operations.
Lead, direct, and support a team of equipment operators, sorters, dispatch staff, temporary workers, and other operational personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant facility operations.
Partner with the MRF Manager to implement operational strategies, performance initiatives, and process improvements that support operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and budget objectives.
Monitor facility operations to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety, environmental, recycling, and operational regulations, including CalRecycle requirements and other applicable regulatory standards.
Promote and maintain a strong culture of safety by implementing and enforcing accident prevention programs, identifying and correcting unsafe conditions, conducting safety meetings, and ensuring compliance with all applicable safety standards and procedures.
Coordinate with maintenance personnel and vendors to ensure facility equipment, rolling stock, conveyors, balers, and processing systems remain operational, properly maintained, and compliant with safety standards.
Respond to and resolve operational issues, including equipment failures, staffing shortages, contamination concerns, service interruptions, and schedule adjustments, while maintaining effective communication with staff, management, and other stakeholders.
Monitor productivity, staffing levels, throughput, contamination-reduction efforts, and operational performance metrics to ensure that facility goals and service standards are achieved.
Assist with employee training, coaching, performance management, and workforce development efforts; support employee growth and succession planning within the Division.
Prepare and maintain operational records, reports, inspections, incident documentation, and other administrative records related to facility operations and regulatory compliance.
Participate in emergency response activities, special projects, operational planning, and other division initiatives as assigned.

PAYROLL/CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

Maintenance Crew Supervisor

SUPERVISION EXERCISED/SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Incumbents supervise paraprofessional and support staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures. Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is distinguished from the Maintenance Specialist, Senior in that it provides direct supervision of assigned crews, staff and/or first-level supervisors.

WORK SCHEDULE:

May vary based on service demands, staffing levels, emergencies, special events, and departmental assignments. The schedule will be determined at the City's discretion based on the Division's operational needs. This position requires working on Saturdays as part of the regular work schedule. This position may also be required to work evenings, holidays, and additional hours as necessary. Work is performed in both office and field environments. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work.
Essential Functions
This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

Supervises staff including conducting performance evaluations, coordinating training, and implementing hiring, discipline and termination procedures; ensures adherence with safety policies and procedures and applicable codes and regulations.
Plans, oversees and reviews maintenance and operations work of assigned crews in facilities maintenance, streets maintenance, fleet services, construction project management, traffic signals, refuse/recycling/green waste collection and/or parks maintenance areas; provides support by performing advanced-level maintenance and operations work; performs inspections to review safety, work quality and scheduling.
Serves as a technical resource and assists in the training and development of staff on equipment, safety and operational practices and procedures; responds to inquiries and addresses service concerns and issues.
Maintains and oversees inventory of materials, tools and supplies; researches product and expense information; initiates replacement of required inventory; prepares, reviews and maintains reports, schedules, work orders, records and documentation related to assigned operational area.
Prepares and submits budget recommendations and monitors expenditures; may identify required capital improvements and work to secure funding; may administer contracts.
Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE:

Five (5) years of leadership experience related to recycling and post-collection activities

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

Valid California Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record
Possession of, or ability to obtain within one (1) year of appointment, a certification from the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA), California Resource Recovery Association (CRRA), or other related professional organization relevant to the position
Bilingual English/Spanish skills are highly desirable and may be required depending on the assignment

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing

General Information
APPLICATION PROCESS:

Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.
Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.
Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment is to fill this position only. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Public Works Department, Environmental Resources Division.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: Positions in this classification are represented by the Oxnard Mid Manager's Association (OMMA).

NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12 month probationary period.
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

If a candidate accepts a conditional job offer with the City of Oxnard, any and all pending applications for active recruitments with the City of Oxnard will be withdrawn and no longer considered.

This position is not governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Annette Adams at annette.adams@oxnard.org.
NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
Retirement Contributions:
New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2% @ 62; "Classic" members 2% @ 55. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.

Safety Designated Positions: New members (as defined by PEPRA), 2.7% @ 57; "Classic" members 3% @ 50. The employee will be required to pay a portion of their annual earnings toward their retirement depending on their relevant MOU. The City of Oxnard does not participate in social security.

Vacation/Annual Accrual Rates:
Leave accrual rates vary between 6.24 - 11.78 hours per pay period based on years of service.

Administrative Leave:
Management employees are not compensated for overtime worked. However, the department director may authorize up to 40 hours of administrative leave in one year.

Deferred Compensation:
The City contributes 1% of employee salary to a 401(a) plan of its choosing.

Retirement Health Savings
The City contributes 1% to a retirement health savings account.

Bilingual Pay: A regular full time employee may receive bilingual pay at the rate of $50.00-$100.00 bi-weekly depending on the Level the employee is required to provide bilingual services as determined by the City Manager or designee.
Health and Dental:
Employees can choose from a variety of medical plans provided by the City. The City's contribution to medical coverage is outlined below:

Level One - For employees hired before January 1, 2023, the City contributes $1,543.00 per month toward medical insurance premiums and an additional $74.21 per month toward dental insurance premiums. Employees will receive cash back if the medical plan they choose is less than the City's monthly contribution of $1,543.00 per month. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive cash back in the amount $1,243.00 per month provided they provide proof of other qualifying coverage. Any unused dental premium monies are paid to the employee. If employees hired prior to January 1, 2023 make any changes to their health plan, they will be placed in level two.

Level Two - For employees hired on or after January 1, 2023, the City will contribute $2,054 per month towards medical insurance premiums with no cash back. Employees who waive medical insurance will receive $500.00 per month cash back provided they show proof of other qualifying coverage. The City will provide $66.80 per month towards dental insurance.

Holidays:
The City observes 12 holidays per year

Life Insurance:
City employees receive Basic Life Coverage ($7,500) + 1 times annual salary 100% paid by the City. Employees also have the option to purchase additional insurance.

Tuition Reimbursement:
Full-time employees are eligible for 100% reimbursement for work-related coursework up to a maximum of $5,000 per fiscal year.
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Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?

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Do you possess five (5) years of leadership experience related to recycling and post-collection activities?

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Do you possess a valid CA Class C Driver's License?

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Do you have any relatives that work for the City of Oxnard's Environmental Resources Division?

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Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) Supervisor

City of Oxnard, CA

Oxnard, CA

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