III, Heavy Equipment Operator, Landfill

WM; Ridgeland (SC); On-site; USD 30,583 - 43,558; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock purchase plan

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Paid tuition and scholarships

Company‑matched 401(k)

Adoption assistance and parent support

Job summary

A leading waste management company in South Carolina is hiring an Equipment Operator. The role includes safely operating heavy machinery, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years of experience, be over 18, and eligible to work in the U.S. Competitive salary of $26.91 per hour and comprehensive benefits are offered, including healthcare, a 401(k) plan, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with safety policies.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Move and position raw materials and finished components.
• Follow standard operating procedures for vehicles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Overview

WM is North America’s leading provider of comprehensive waste management environmental services, partnering with customers and communities to manage and reduce waste from collection to disposal while recovering resources and creating clean, renewable energy.

Pay and Benefits

• Starting salary: $26.91 per hour (based on experience)
• Stable hours for financial stability
• Stock purchase plan
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (dental, vision, prescription)
• Paid tuition and scholarships for employee and dependents
• Company‑matched 401(k)
• Adoption assistance and parent support

Hours & Location

• Monday – Friday: 7:15 am – 5 pm
• One Saturday per month: 7:15 am – 2 pm
• Location: Landfill in Ridgeland, NC

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (bulldozers, scrapers, front‑end loaders) in compliance with safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance, maintaining accurate records.
• Move and position raw materials and finished components using material moving equipment.
• Follow standard operating procedures for operating and maintaining vehicles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• 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 exam.
• Preferred experience: excavator, compactor, yellow iron, ADT Haul.

People Who Thrive

• Work independently and take accountability for safety guidelines.
• Good communicator who supports colleagues.
• Can problem‑solve independently.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Key points regarding physical demands, occupational risks, and work environment:

• Motor coordination with finger dexterity required throughout the day.
• Exert physical effort handling objects less than 30 lb occasionally.
• Exposure to physical occupational risks (cut, burn, toxic chemicals) rarely.
• Exposure to environment with dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes most of the day.
• Normal setting: shop or field.