Experienced, Heavy Equipment Operator Landfill

Waste Management, Inc. (WM) • Danville, IN

6d • $26 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to work at its waste disposal site in Danville, Indiana. The operator is responsible for operating equipment such as bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders in accordance with company safety procedures. The role also involves conducting routine inspections and preventive maintenance, keeping accurate records, moving and positioning materials, and following standard operating procedures for vehicle operation and maintenance. The normal work setting is a shop or field, with work taking place in an environment that may include dirt, odors, noise, and weather extremes.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, either 5:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. or 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., with occasional Saturdays from 5:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m. The listed starting pay is $26–$30 per hour, depending on experience. WM offers healthcare coverage, a stock purchase plan, education assistance, a company-matched 401(k), adoption assistance, and parent support.

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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating a dozer, excavator, or dirt truck.
• Ability to work independently and take accountability for following safety guidelines.
• Good communication skills and willingness to support colleagues.
• Ability to 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 for operating and maintaining vehicles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Starting pay of $26–$30 per hour, depending on experience.
• Stable work hours.
• Stock purchase plan.
• 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