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

About the Role

The position follows a Monday‑Saturday schedule with 8‑hour shifts between 6 am and 5 pm, based at our waste‑disposal site in Juneau, AK, ensuring reliable work‑life balance. As a Heavy Equipment Operator I you will operate bulldozers, scrapers, and front‑end loaders at a recycling facility, conduct routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance, move and position raw materials and finished components, follow standard operating procedures, and perform other duties as assigned. • Operate bulldozers, scrapers, and front‑end loaders safely according to SOPs • Perform routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance with accurate records • Move and position raw materials and finished components using material‑moving equipment • Work independently, uphold safety guidelines, communicate effectively, and solve problems autonomously

Key Responsibilities

• ▸bulldozer ops
• ▸equipment inspection
• ▸preventive maintenance
• ▸material moving
• ▸safety compliance
• ▸loaders ops

What You Bring

Candidates must have at least one year of experience operating heavy equipment, be 18 years of age or older, legally authorized to work in the United States, able to meet the physical demands of the role, and successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen and physical exam. Successful team members thrive when working independently, take accountability for safety guidelines, communicate effectively, support colleagues, and solve problems autonomously. The work environment involves frequent exposure to dirt, odors, noise, and weather extremes, requires motor coordination and finger dexterity, occasional handling of objects under 30 lb, and rare exposure to cuts, burns, or toxic chemicals. Work takes place in both shop and field settings. A REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative may be required for travel by air or access to federal property, depending on job responsibilities. • Minimum 1 year heavy‑equipment operation experience; must be 18+ and authorized to work in the U.S. • Pass pre‑employment drug screen and physical; meet physical demands of the role • Frequent exposure to outdoor conditions (dirt, noise, weather) and occasional handling of items under 30 lb

Requirements

• ▸heavy equipment
• ▸1+ year
• ▸us authorized
• ▸safety
• ▸problem solving
• ▸independent

Benefits

Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? WM offers a workplace that prioritizes employee safety and values work‑life balance, making it an ideal next step for your heavy‑equipment career. At WM you will enjoy stable hours, comprehensive benefits, and support for your future through training and development aligned with your career goals. Safety is at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to create a supportive environment for you and your loved ones. Compensation includes a starting salary of $31.00 per hour, stable hours for financial stability, employee stock options, and comprehensive healthcare covering medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions. Additional benefits feature an annual education assistance benefit, a company‑matched 401(k), and adoption assistance with parent support. A WM job delivers more than a paycheck; it creates opportunities for you and your family, offering benefits, resources, and engagement activities within a people‑first culture focused on growth, stability, and a sustainable future. • Starting salary of $31.00 per hour, based on experience • Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions • Employee stock options, company‑matched 401(k), and annual education assistance • Adoption assistance and parental support programs

Work Environment

Onsite