Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator - Landfill

WM; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 49,722 - 70,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading waste management company in DeKalb, IL is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator II. This role involves operating heavy equipment, adhering to safety procedures, and conducting equipment maintenance. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience and be 18 or older. The working environment will require physical activity with stable hours and a competitive pay rate of $43.75 per hour. Join a company that values safety and employee well-being, offering comprehensive benefits and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Must be over 18 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with safety policies.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Move and position raw materials and finished components.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Problem Solving

Strong Communication

Job description

Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site that prides itself on employee safety? Searching for a company that prioritizes its employees' well-being and understands the importance of family time? If this speaks to you, then WM might be the place for your next career move.

Stable work and benefits that support you and your loved ones, a schedule that respects work life balance with your safety at the heart of everything we do and support for your future with training and development based on your unique career goals. That’s what you get as a Heavy Equipment Operator II at WM – and more.

About us

WM is North America’s leading provider of comprehensive waste management environmental services. We partner with our customers and the communities we serve to manage and reduce waste at each stage from collection to disposal, while recovering valuable resources and creating clean, renewable energy.

Pay and Benefits

• Pay Rate of $43.75 per hour
• Stable hours for your financial stability

These are just a few of our comprehensive benefits for Heavy Equipment Operator II. Whether you are planning on building or expanding your family or looking for the next step in your career – WM is there, helping build the best and total you.

Schedule and Location

• Monday – Friday: 6am to 3pm
• We’re committed to offering you stable hours for the financial security and work life balance you need.
• The normal setting for this job is our waste disposal site in Dekalb, IL

Role Overview

Each day you’ll work at one of our recycling facilities that service over 20 million customers across the USA. As a Heavy Equipment Operator II you’ll be responsible for operating heavy equipment like bulldozers, scrapers & front‑end loaders – this role is vital to the work we do, so your work will be recognized and valued for the impact it has on our operation. Our heavy equipment operators take their careers to the next level by working on equipment that requires a high level of skill – and determination. Our waste disposal sites have strict procedures in place to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all our employees.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company operating safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment; maintain accurate records.
• Move and position raw materials and finished components with use of material moving equipment.
• Follow appropriate standard operating procedures as per guidelines for operating and maintaining vehicle.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Be over 18 years of age.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Successfully complete and pass pre‑employment drug screen and physical.

Desired Characteristics

• Thrive while working independently.
• Take accountability for adhering to our safety guidelines.
• Good communicators who are ready to support other colleagues.
• Able to problem solve while independently.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the workday.
• Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds occasionally.
• Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) rarely.
• Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday.
• Normal setting for this job is: shop or field.

Salary Range

The expected base pay range for this on‑site position is $43.75. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.