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

About the Role

As a Heavy Equipment Operator II you will operate bulldozers, scrapers, and front‑end loaders at one of our recycling facilities serving over 20 million customers. The role requires strict adherence to safety procedures and contributes directly to the efficiency of our waste‑disposal operations. • Operate bulldozers, scrapers, and front‑end loaders per safety policies • Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance, maintaining accurate records • Move and position raw materials and finished components using material‑moving equipment • Follow standard operating procedures for vehicle operation and maintenance

Key Responsibilities

• ▸equipment operation
• ▸preventive maintenance
• ▸equipment inspection
• ▸material handling
• ▸safety compliance
• ▸record keeping

What You Bring

Candidates must have at least three years of heavy‑equipment operating experience, be 18 years or older, and be legally authorized to work in the United States. Successful applicants will also pass a pre‑employment drug screen and physical, and be able to meet the physical demands of the job. The work environment involves a shop or field setting with exposure to dirt, odors, noise, and weather extremes for most of the day. Employees need good motor coordination, occasional lifting of objects under 30 lb, and may encounter low‑frequency occupational risks such as cuts or burns. WM is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and providing accommodations throughout the hiring process. Employees are expected to obtain a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative for travel, and the company emphasizes people‑first values, growth, and sustainability. • Minimum 3 years heavy‑equipment operating experience • Must be 18 years or older and legally authorized to work in the United States • Pass pre‑employment drug screen and physical examination • Ability to meet physical demands, including occasional lifting of objects under 30 lb • Thrive working independently, accountable to safety guidelines, good communicator, and problem solver

Requirements

• ▸heavy equipment
• ▸3+ years
• ▸us authorized
• ▸drug screen
• ▸physical
• ▸problem solver

Benefits

Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? WM offers a role that emphasizes employee safety, work‑life balance, and opportunities for training and development aligned with your career goals. Compensation includes an hourly rate of $22.71 to $32.02, depending on experience, along with stable hours to support financial stability. Employees also receive stock ownership, comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, a company‑matched 401(k), annual education assistance, and adoption and parent‑support benefits. The position is based at our waste‑disposal site in Kettleman City, CA, with a Monday‑Friday schedule (occasionally Saturdays) from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm or 9:00 am to 5:30 pm, providing predictable work‑life balance. • Starting hourly wage $22.71–$32.02 based on experience • Stable hours for financial security • Employee stock ownership • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage • Annual education assistance benefit • Company‑matched 401(k) plan • Adoption assistance and parent support

Work Environment

Onsite