Small Equipment Operator MRF, Nights

About the Role

The role’s primary responsibility is to operate one or two pieces of equipment—such as a baler, front‑end loader, bobcat, candensifier, or forklift—to transport and bind paper or other loose materials for efficient handling. • Operate baler, front‑end loader, bobcat, candensifier, or forklift to move and bind paper or loose materials. • Sort, grade, and inspect material quality before baling or shipping. • Record, label, and maintain inventory of received and distributed items using worksheets and tickets. • Monitor baler performance, respond to alarms, and document equipment downtime. • Perform routine equipment maintenance—including lubrication, fueling, cleaning, and wire supply management. • Load and unload trailers, railcars, containers, bins, and gaylords, and move material to designated areas. • Complete load/unload tally sheets and vehicle condition reports per corporate guidelines. • Keep work areas clean and follow all safety policies and procedures. • Coordinate material flow with the MRF Manager to meet shipping and baling requirements. • Maintain compliance with REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative for travel or federal‑property access.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸equipment operation
• ▸material sorting
• ▸inventory tracking
• ▸equipment maintenance
• ▸load/unload
• ▸flow coordination

What You Bring

WM is an equal‑opportunity employer in the United States and Canada, providing accommodations in the hiring process and complying with applicable non‑discrimination laws. Candidates must possess a REAL ID or acceptable alternative for travel or federal‑property access. • Required: at least 6 months related work experience and forklift certification. • Preferred: high school diploma or GED and 1 year additional experience.

Requirements

• ▸forklift
• ▸6 months
• ▸high school
• ▸real id

Benefits

The position works Monday‑Friday evenings from 6 pm to 5 am, with optional Saturday shifts (3:30 pm‑12 am) depending on season and business needs. WM emphasizes that a job here offers more than a paycheck—it creates opportunities for employees and their families. The WM team is described as stable, with members performing essential, meaningful work each day. The work environment blends office and plant/field settings, requiring use of standard office equipment and adherence to safety policies. The on‑site position offers a base pay of approximately $21 per hour, subject to experience, education, certifications and location. Eligible employees receive a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, a stock purchase plan, 401(k) company match, paid vacation, holidays and personal days, with benefits varying by site.

Work Environment

Onsite