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

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Maricopa, CA
•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator I to work at its waste disposal site in Maricopa, Arizona. The role operates heavy equipment, including bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders, at recycling and waste-disposal facilities. Operators follow safety procedures and standard operating guidelines, inspect and maintain equipment, keep accurate records, and move raw materials and finished components. The normal work setting is a shop or field, with exposure to dirt, odors, noise, and weather extremes. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with rotating Saturdays.

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.
  • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.

Responsibilities

  • Operate heavy equipment in compliance with company operating 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 standard operating procedures for operating and maintaining vehicles.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Starting pay of $24.00–$26.00 per hour, depending on experience.
  • Stable hours.
  • Employee stock availability and a stock purchase plan.
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
  • Annual education assistance.
  • 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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