Heavy Equipment Operator I: Stable Hours, 401(k) & Stock

WM; Pala (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Education assistance

401(k) matching

Adoption assistance

Job summary

WM is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator I for an on-site role in Pala, CA. You will operate bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders with emphasis on safety and efficiency, supporting recycling operations serving millions of customers across the USA.

This role offers stable hours and a starting pay of $25.00–$28.00 per hour, plus comprehensive healthcare, 401(k) matching, and education assistance to support growth and family needs. Join a safety-first team that values work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment in compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Conducts routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Moves and positions raw materials and finished components with material moving equipment.
• Follows standard operating procedures for operating and maintaining vehicles.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Team communication

Job description

WM is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator I for an on-site role in Pala, CA. You will operate bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders with emphasis on safety and efficiency, supporting recycling operations serving millions of customers across the USA.

This role offers stable hours and a starting pay of $25.00–$28.00 per hour, plus comprehensive healthcare, 401(k) matching, and education assistance to support growth and family needs. Join a safety-first team that values work-life balance.