Heavy Equipment Operator

Waste Connections, Inc.; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Waste Connections is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator in Tuscaloosa, AL. The role involves operating various heavy machinery, ensuring safety and quality service, and maintaining equipment. Join a company that values employee empowerment and community impact.

Benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Health insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision

Employee Assistance Program

Mental Health Support

Emergency Travel Assistance

Prepaid Legal Plan

Scholarship Opportunities for children

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee Relief Fund

Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers and wheel loaders.
• Performing routine inspections and maintenance on equipment.
• Promoting continuous improvement in workplace safety.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Procedures

Job description

Why Choose Us?

We are Waste Connections, an integrated services company providing solid waste collection, transfer, disposal, and recycling services to communities across the U.S. and Canada. We pride ourselves on a unique culture that empowers employees to make a meaningful impact on their communities and careers every day.

Our priority is to hire safe equipment operators who prioritize safety and quality service. The minimum responsibilities for a heavy equipment operator include:

1. Operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor graders, scrapers, and compactors.
2. Performing routine inspections and maintenance on equipment.
3. Promoting continuous improvement in workplace safety and environmental practices.
4. Interacting with customers and team members to determine safe and environmentally sound solutions to service issues.

What we need from you:

• At least 2 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

What you’ll get from us:

• Competitive compensation packages.
• 401(k) plan with company match to help you save for the future.
• Health insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Additional perks include Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health Support, Emergency Travel Assistance, Prepaid Legal Plan, Scholarship Opportunities for children, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and Employee Relief Fund.
• Insurance benefits: Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of disability or veteran status.