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

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Temple, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator I to work at its waste disposal site in Temple, Texas. The role involves operating equipment such as bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders at a recycling or waste disposal facility. Operators follow strict safety procedures and contribute to site operations through equipment handling, inspections, and maintenance. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:45 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with every third Saturday. The normal setting is a shop or field environment. The position requires routine physical activity, motor coordination, and occasional handling of objects weighing less than 30 pounds. Employees may rarely encounter occupational risks such as cuts, burns, or toxic chemicals, and are exposed most of the workday to dirt, odors, noise, and weather extremes. WM describes itself as a leading North American provider of waste management and environmental services. It emphasizes safety, employee well-being, training and development, and sustainability.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment.
Be over 18 years of age.
Be legally eligible to work in the United States.
Be able to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Responsibilities

Operate heavy equipment in accordance with company safety policies and procedures.
Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance, and maintain accurate records.
Move and position raw materials and finished components using material-moving equipment.
Follow applicable standard operating procedures for operating and maintaining vehicles.
Perform other duties as assigned.