Heavy Equipment Operator II Benefits Day 1, Stable Hours, 401K Match

About the Role

Operators work at recycling facilities serving over 20 million customers, handling bulldozers, scrapers and front‑end loaders, while adhering to strict safety procedures that protect the workforce and the operation. By operating high‑skill equipment, operators contribute directly to WM’s mission of sustainable waste management. • Operate bulldozers, scrapers, and front‑end loaders in compliance with safety policies • Perform routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance with accurate records • Move and position raw materials and finished components using material‑moving equipment • Follow standard operating procedures for equipment operation and maintenance

Key Responsibilities

• ▸bulldozer operation
• ▸scraper operation
• ▸loader operation
• ▸equipment maintenance
• ▸material handling
• ▸safety compliance

What You Bring

Candidates must have at least three years of heavy‑equipment experience, be 18 or older, legally authorized to work in the United States, able to meet the physical demands of the role, and pass a pre‑employment drug screen and physical. All applicants must also demonstrate reliable communication skills and a commitment to safety. • Minimum three years of heavy‑equipment operation experience • Age 18 or older and legal U.S. work authorization • Ability to meet physical demands of the job, with or without accommodations • Successful completion of pre‑employment drug screening and physical examination • Strong communication skills and accountability to safety guidelines • Meet physical demands including coordination, occasional lifting under 30 lb, and exposure to typical site conditions (dirt, noise, weather)

Requirements

• ▸heavy equipment
• ▸3+ years
• ▸us authorization
• ▸physical demands
• ▸drug screen
• ▸communication

Benefits

WM offers a Heavy Equipment Operator II position that emphasizes stable, full‑time work, comprehensive benefits, and a safety‑first culture that supports employees and their families. The role is designed to provide financial security while allowing time for family and personal growth. Compensation includes an hourly rate of $22‑$23 based on experience, reliable shift times, employee stock options, a full suite of health, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, education assistance, and adoption and parent‑support programs. These benefits are structured to support both short‑term stability and long‑term career development. The regular schedule runs Sunday through Thursday, with shifts from 10:30 am to 6:30 pm and a shorter Sunday start at 6:00 am, at the waste‑disposal site in Goodyear, AZ. Stable hours are intended to promote work‑life balance and predictability for employees. WM values a people‑first approach, equal‑opportunity employment, and sustainable practices, offering career growth, community engagement, and a culture that treats employees like family. Through initiatives like sustainability programs and employee engagement activities, WM invests in the well‑being and advancement of its workforce. • $22‑$23 per hour wage, based on experience • Stable Sunday‑Thursday shift schedule (10:30 am‑6:30 pm; Sunday 6:00 am‑11:30 am) • Employee stock ownership options • Full healthcare coverage including dental, vision, and prescriptions • Company‑matched 401(k) retirement plan • Annual education assistance benefit • Adoption assistance and parent‑support programs

Work Environment

Onsite