Heavy Equipment Operator II
Operate heavy equipment at landfill, handling materials safely and performing maintenance
Job Highlights
About the Role
The position works a regular schedule of Monday‑Friday, 6 am‑4 pm, with rotating Saturdays, at WM’s landfill and recycling facilities in West Palm Beach, Florida, providing predictable hours for financial security. Operators work heavy equipment at recycling sites that serve over 20 million customers, playing a vital role in WM’s waste‑disposal operations. • Operate bulldozers, scrapers, front‑end loaders, and other heavy equipment following safety policies. • Perform routine equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, and maintain accurate logs. • Move and position raw materials and finished components using material‑moving equipment. • Follow standard operating procedures for equipment operation and upkeep. • Execute additional tasks as assigned by supervisors.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸equipment operation
- ▸preventative maintenance
- ▸material handling
- ▸safety procedures
- ▸log keeping
What You Bring
WM is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator II who values stable work, safety, and work‑life balance. The role offers a supportive environment that prioritizes employee wellbeing and family time. Candidates must meet basic legal and physical requirements and bring relevant heavy‑equipment experience. Successful team members thrive independently, take accountability for safety, communicate well, and are capable of problem‑solving without direct supervision. The work environment includes exposure to dirt, odors, noise, and varying weather conditions, with occasional handling of objects under 30 lb and the need for fine motor coordination throughout the shift. • Minimum three years of heavy‑equipment operating experience; loader or excavator experience preferred. • Must be at least 18 years old, legally authorized to work in the United States, and pass a pre‑employment drug screen and physical. • Able to meet the physical demands of the role, including occasional lifting of items under 30 lb and working in outdoor, noisy environments.
Requirements
- ▸heavy equipment
- ▸3+ years
- ▸,loader,excavator,safety,independent
Benefits
Compensation includes a starting salary based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package that features stable hours, a stock purchase plan, full healthcare coverage, tuition assistance, a company‑matched 401(k) and adoption support. If you are ready for a stable, rewarding career with a company that values safety, growth, and community, apply now.
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