Heavy Equipment Operator II Benefits Day 1, Stable Hours, 401K Match

WM; Macungie (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 35,817 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable hours

Employee stock available

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) match

Annual education assistance benefit

Job summary

A leading waste management company is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator II in Macungie, PA. This full-time role offers stable hours and a starting salary of $26 to $28 per hour, depending on experience. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment safely, conducting inspections, and performing maintenance. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience and be legally eligible to work in the U.S. The role involves physical activity and adherence to safety guidelines, with numerous benefits provided from day one.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with safety policies.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Move and position raw materials using material-moving equipment.

Skills

Independent work

Safety adherence

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Heavy Equipment Operator II – Benefits, Day 1, Stable Hours, 401K Match

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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.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting salary of $26.00 – 28.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Stable hours for financial stability
• Employee stock available
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Annual education assistance benefit available for team members
• Company‑matched 401(k)
• Adoption assistance and parent support

Schedule & Location

• Monday – Friday (rotating Saturdays as needed)
• 5:45 am – 3:45 pm
• Waste disposal site in Macungie, PA

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with company operating safety policies and procedures
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance; maintain accurate records
• Move and position raw materials and finished components using material‑moving equipment
• Follow appropriate standard operating procedures for operating and maintaining vehicle equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment
• Over 18 years of age
• 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 pre‑employment drug screen and physical

Preferred traits

• Can work independently and thrive while doing so
• Accountable for adhering to safety guidelines
• Good communication skills and supportive of colleagues
• Strong problem‑solving skills while working independently

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Use motor coordination with finger dexterity (e.g., keyboarding, machine operation) for most of the workday
• Exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds occasionally
• Expose to physical occupational risks (e.g., cuts, burns, toxic chemical exposure) rarely
• Expose to physical environment involving dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday
• Normal setting: shop or field

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing