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

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) • Washtucna, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator III to work at a waste disposal site in Washtucna, Washington. The role involves operating high-skill heavy equipment, including bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders, at recycling and waste disposal facilities. Operators follow strict safety procedures and company operating policies, inspect and maintain equipment, keep accurate records, and move raw materials and finished components. The normal setting is a shop or field environment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 5 p.m., with occasional Saturdays. The position offers a stated starting pay of $34.00 per hour, with the actual offer potentially influenced by experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

Requirements

• Five 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.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and be accountable for safe work practices.
• Be able to work independently and problem-solve independently.
• Communicate well and support colleagues.
• Have 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.
• Obtain or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required for business air travel or access to federal property.

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

• 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.
• Stable hours.

What This Job Offers

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