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

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Topeka, KS
•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator II to work at its waste disposal site in Topeka, Kansas. The operator will work in a recycling and waste-disposal operation, using heavy equipment that requires a high level of skill. The normal job setting is a shop or field, and the role follows strict procedures intended to protect employee safety and well-being. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with occasional Saturdays. The posting lists a starting salary of $23–$26, depending on experience, and describes the hours as stable. The position includes operating equipment such as bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders; inspecting and maintaining equipment; moving materials; and following company safety policies and standard operating procedures. Candidates need at least three years of heavy-equipment operating experience and must meet the stated age, work eligibility, physical capability, and pre-employment screening requirements.

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 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 preventive 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.

Benefits

  • Employee stock available.
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
  • Annual education assistance benefit for team members.
  • Company-matched 401(k).
  • Adoption assistance and parent support.
  • Stable hours.
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