Heavy Equipment Operator

About the Role

Operates a wide variety of heavy equipment vehicles that spread and compact demolition, soil remediation, and waste at post‑collection facilities or job sites. Work hours are 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Thursday. • Operate heavy equipment for spreading and compaction of demolition, soil remediation, and waste. • Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance with accurate record‑keeping. • Move and position raw materials and finished components using material‑moving equipment. • Follow standard operating procedures for vehicle operation and maintenance. • Travel between job sites as needed, working within a cohesive team. • Work may involve occasional physical effort handling objects under 30 lb and exposure to cuts, burns, or toxic chemicals.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸heavy equipment
• ▸compaction
• ▸equipment inspection
• ▸material handling
• ▸preventive maintenance
• ▸site travel

What You Bring

The work environment combines shop and field settings, exposing employees to dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, and occasional occupational hazards; motor coordination and finger dexterity are required for most of the day, with occasional handling of objects under 30 lb. • Minimum five years of relevant experience. • Hold a TWIC card (or obtain one) and a valid driver’s license; commercial license with air‑brake endorsement preferred. • Ability to operate various soil excavation/remediation equipment.

Requirements

• ▸5 years
• ▸twic
• ▸driver's license
• ▸air‑brake
• ▸excavation
• ▸dexterity

Benefits

WM offers a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, a stock purchase plan, 401(k) match, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days, with benefits varying by site.

Work Environment

Field