III, Heavy Equipment Operator Landfill

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Shawnee, KS

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator operates a variety of heavy equipment to spread and compact construction demolition materials, soil remediation materials, and commercial and residential waste at post-collection facilities and/or designated job sites. Operators work with other team members and follow safety protocols to complete projects efficiently while minimizing risks. The role may require moving between job sites as needed. The position is safety-sensitive. The successful candidate must strictly comply with safety rules and protocols and may be subject to pre-employment, post-incident, reasonable-suspicion, and random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with government regulations and company policies. The work takes place both inside garage, shop, or gas-plant conditions and outdoors, including in inclement weather, heat, and humidity. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located.
  • At least 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
  • Expert-level proficiency operating the minimum equipment required based on site operations. Equipment may include a tipper, ADTs, compactors, small equipment such as skid steers, tractors, and water trucks, dozers, excavators, and wheel loaders.
  • A valid driver's license may be required upon hire.
  • Ability to perform job functions involving climbing, balancing, sitting, hearing, repetitive motions, and eye/hand/foot coordination.
  • Must comply with safety rules and protocols; drug and alcohol testing may be required.

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.
  • As needed, move from job site to job site as part of a team.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Company matching on a 401(k)
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days
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