Lead Heavy Equipment Operator

Job Description Are you seeking a stable job as a Lead Heavy Equipment Operator with excellent benefits that ensure financial stability for you and your loved ones? Do you aspire to advance your career in heavy equipment at a company that values employee safety and family time? If this resonates with you, WM could be your perfect fit. What We Offer: Attractive hourly pay rates! Hotel accommodation provided for travel between job sites. $55/day per diem for meals. Tax-free mileage reimbursement. Full-time hours with overtime available as needed. Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including dental, vision, and prescription coverage. Paid tuition and scholarship opportunities. Career advancement possibilities. Company-matched 401(k) plan. These are just a selection of the extensive benefits available to our Lead Heavy Equipment Operators. Whether you're planning to expand your family or chart your next career move, WM is committed to supporting your growth and well-being. Schedule: Monday to Friday, full-time, with occasional weekend travel required, working at various landfill and operating sites. As a Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator at WM, you will work at one of our landfill or recycling facilities that serve over 20 million customers across the USA. Your role will involve operating heavy machinery such as bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders. Your expertise is crucial to our operations, and your work will be recognized and appreciated. Your Primary Responsibilities Include: Using heavy equipment in accordance with company safety policies and procedures. Conducting routine inspections and preventive maintenance on equipment, while keeping accurate records. Moving and positioning raw materials and finished products with material moving equipment. Following established guidelines for operating and maintaining vehicles. Assisting with additional tasks as needed. Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of heavy equipment operating experience. Must be over 18 years of age. Legally authorized to work in the United States. Able to meet the physical demands of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations. Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening and physical examination. Ideal Candidates: Thrive in independent work settings. Take responsibility for adhering to safety protocols. Communicate effectively to support teammates. Exhibit problem-solving skills while working autonomously. Work Environment and Physical Demands: Here are key details about the physical requirements, risks, and environment: Motor coordination with finger dexterity is essential throughout the workday. Occasional exertion of physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds. Rare exposure to occupational risks (cuts, burns, toxic chemicals). Regular exposure to dirt, odors, noise, and weather extremes. Work settings include landfills, recycling facilities, or other operational sites in the Upper Midwest (ND, SD, MN, WI, MI, IA). The expected pay for this on-site position ranges from $30.31 to $45.49 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. About WM WM is North America's largest provider of comprehensive waste management and environmental solutions. Based in Houston, Texas, we are committed to putting people first and achieving success with integrity. Our subsidiaries manage various waste services, providing collection, recycling, and disposal to millions of customers across the U.S. and Canada, assisting in their sustainability goals. We operate with a large disposal network and collection fleet, focusing on innovative solutions in recycling and renewable energy. Equal Employment Opportunity For the U.S.: WM is an equal opportunity employer, giving fair consideration to all applicants regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For Canada: WM promotes equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination based on human rights legislation. Accommodations are available upon request during the selection process. Real ID Requirement To travel by air or access federal properties, individuals must have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may involve traveling by air or accessing federal property; therefore, successful candidates must either possess a REAL ID or are willing to obtain one.

Created: 2026-03-04