Heavy Equipment Operator - Weekly Pay & Benefits Day 1

WM; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Employee stock available

Company-matched 401(k)

Adoption assistance

Job summary

WM in Shawnee, Kansas is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator I. This role involves operating heavy equipment safely, conducting inspections, and maintaining accurate records. With a starting pay of $25.00 per hour, WM provides a range of benefits including healthcare, 401(k), and education assistance.

The ideal candidate should have at least one year of experience. We offer a supportive work environment focused on safety and professional growth.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with safety policies.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Move and position materials using equipment.

Skills

Operating heavy equipment

Good communication

Problem-solving

Job description

S table 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 I 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

• Starting salary of $25.00 per hour
• Stable hours for your 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

These are just a few of our comprehensive benefits for Heavy Equipment Operator I. 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 (Occasional Saturdays)
• Early Start

We’re committed to offering you stable hours for the financial security and work life balance you need.

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 vehicles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1 year 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.

The kind of people who thrive in our teams

• 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.

Pay

The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $25.00. 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.