Senior Heavy Equipment Technician Day 1 Benefits
About The Position
WM is hiring a Heavy Equipment Mechanic III to service and repair heavy equipment used in its waste management operations. The role is based at a landfill site in Hampton, Virginia, and involves working on equipment such as bulldozers, scrapers, backhoes, front-end loaders, yard trucks, tractors, forklifts, and company vehicles. Technicians also diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, air-conditioning, and powertrain systems; perform preventive maintenance; and complete maintenance records and related paperwork. The schedule is Monday through Friday, within the stated 6:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. timeframe; some overtime may be available. The role operates in indoor garage, shop, or gas plant settings as well as outdoors in inclement weather, heat, and humidity. The work can involve frequent exposure to occupational risks and environmental conditions such as dirt, odors, and noise. WM states that its waste disposal sites follow a rigorous cleaning schedule and emphasizes employee safety, training, and development. WM describes itself as a leading North American provider of waste management and environmental services, including collection, recycling, disposal, and renewable energy. Compensation is listed as $26–$30.50 per hour, with the specific offer depending on factors including relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. Benefits include healthcare coverage, retirement and stock purchase plans, education assistance, family support, and paid leave; benefits may vary by site.
Requirements
- Six years of maintenance mechanic experience on heavy equipment.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Be over 18 years of age.
- Legally eligible to work in the United States.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
- Complete annual Pulmonary Function Test (PFT), audiogram, and respirator fit test.
Responsibilities
- Repair equipment including bulldozers, scrapers, backhoes, front-end loaders, yard trucks, farm tractors, forklifts, and company cars.
- Diagnose and repair differentials, hydraulic systems, motors, transmissions, drives, air-conditioning systems, and electrical systems.
- Perform preventive maintenance according to the site checklist.
- Complete work orders, card files, preventive-maintenance checklists, oil samples, and other paperwork or administrative tasks.
- Service and maintain other equipment, including light plants, water pumps, and welders.
- Refer to site-specific procedures and detailed site-specific job descriptions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Starting pay of $26–$30.50 per hour, depending on experience and other stated factors.
- Stable hours; some overtime may be available.
- Stock purchase plan.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Annual education assistance benefit.
- Company-matched 401(k).
- Adoption assistance and parent support.
- Life insurance and short-term disability.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
