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

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Lewisville, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator I to work at a waste disposal site in Lewisville, Texas. The role operates heavy equipment, including bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders, and supports the operation of WM recycling facilities. Operators follow safety policies and procedures and established operating and vehicle-maintenance guidelines. The position also includes routine equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, recordkeeping, and moving raw materials and finished components. Other duties may be assigned. The normal work setting is a shop or field, with work at a waste disposal site. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and every other Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to noon. The starting pay is $22 per hour. WM describes its waste disposal sites as having strict safety procedures and offers training and development based on employees’ career goals.

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.
  • Use motor coordination and finger dexterity for tasks such as machine operation for most of the workday.
  • Occasionally exert physical effort handling objects weighing less than 30 pounds.
  • Adhere to safety guidelines.
  • Communicate and support colleagues, and be able to work and problem-solve independently.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

  • Employee stock available.
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
  • Annual education assistance benefit.
  • Company-matched 401(k).
  • Adoption assistance and parent support.
  • Training and development based on career goals.
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