Heavy Equipment Operator

WM • Rochester, NH

11d • Onsite

About The Position

WM is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator to work at its waste disposal site in Rochester, New Hampshire. The position involves operating heavy equipment, including bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders, at recycling and waste disposal facilities. Operators follow safety procedures, inspect and maintain equipment, move materials, and may support scale operations and sorting duties. The work setting is a shop or field environment with exposure to dirt, odors, noise, and weather extremes. The role offers stable hours and benefits, along with training and development opportunities.

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 obtain a New Hampshire Weighmaster License and New Hampshire Solid Waste Facility Operator Certification within 90 days of employment.
• Willingness to support scale operations and sorting duties in addition to heavy equipment operation.
• Ability to work independently, take accountability for following safety guidelines, communicate with colleagues, and solve problems independently.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating forklifts, front-end loaders, and skid steers.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with company 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.
• Support operational functions, including scale operations and sorting duties, in addition to equipment operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Starting pay of $24–$27 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.
• Training and development based on career goals.

What This Job Offers

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