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

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) • Charles City, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator II to work at a waste disposal site in Charles City, Virginia. The role involves operating heavy equipment at recycling and waste disposal facilities, including bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders. Operators work under established safety procedures and are expected to handle equipment requiring a high level of skill. The normal work setting is a shop or field, with exposure to dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, and similar elements for most of the workday.

The position offers a starting pay rate of $23.00 per hour, stable hours, employee stock availability, healthcare coverage including dental, vision, and prescription coverage, annual education assistance, a company-matched 401(k), and adoption assistance and parent support. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional Saturdays.

WM describes itself as a North American provider of environmental services, including collection, recycling, and disposal services. The company emphasizes employee safety, growth and training, family support, and sustainability.

Requirements

• At least 3 years 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, such as for machine operation, for most of the workday.
• Occasionally exert physical effort handling objects weighing less than 30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work independently and thrive in that setting.
• Accountability in adhering to safety guidelines.
• Good communication skills and readiness to support colleagues.
• Ability to problem-solve independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance 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 standard operating procedures 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed