Heavy Equipment Operator, Day Shift, Day 1 Benefits

WM • Charleston, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator to work at a waste disposal site in North Charleston, South Carolina. The role involves operating heavy equipment, including bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders, at a recycling facility. Operators follow company safety procedures, inspect and maintain equipment, keep accurate records, move and position materials, and follow standard operating procedures for operating and maintaining vehicles. The job’s normal setting is a shop or field environment, with exposure to dirt, odors, noise, and weather extremes for most of the workday. The position offers a starting pay rate of $20–$23 per hour, depending on experience, stable hours, and benefits. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., with some weekends.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Be over 18 years of age.
• Be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems independently.
• Accountability for following safety guidelines.
• Good communication skills and readiness to support colleagues.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating a skid steer, forklift, or loader.

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

• Starting pay of $20–$23 per hour, depending on experience.
• Stable 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed