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Heavy Equipment Operator - Landfill

Waste Management, Inc · wm.com
ShawneeOn-siteMid level3+ yrs
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Heavy equipment operator at a landfill, spreading and compacting waste.

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Found
10 d ago · posted 2026-10-26
Location
Shawnee, KS

Full description

Pay Range: $26hr + depending on experience Shift: 3am - 12pm or 11am - 9pm Monday-Friday What is the value of a WM Job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career. We Are Always Working For A Sustainable Tomorrow®: Our mission is to leave the world a better place than we found it by helping its inhabitants find purpose in becoming its caretakers. We Are People First: The members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We foster an environment where all teammates feel welcomed, valued and seen. We Are Committed to Your Growth: Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program, paid on-the-job training, and established career progression. We Are Stable: From the front line to the corporate offices, our team members perform essential and meaningful work. We Are a Family: At WM we are over 60,000 people - from many places and many backgrounds, and it is our amazing differences that make us stronger. We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more! Ready to roll with us? Click Apply to join the WM team today. I. Job Summary Operates a wide variety of heavy equipment vehicles that perform the spreading and compaction of construction demolition, soil remediation, commercial and residential waste disposed at the post collection facilities and/or particular job sites. Heavy Equipment Operators work closely with other team members and follow safety protocols to ensure efficient project completion while minimizing risks. II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Operates heavy equipment in compliance with the company operating safety policies and procedures. • Conducts routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment; maintains accurate records. • Moves and positions raw materials and finished components with use of material moving equipment. • Follow appropriate standard operating procedures as guideline for operating and maintaining vehicle. • May be part of a team that will be required to move from job site to job site on an as needed basis. • Performs other duties as assigned. III. Qualifications A. Required Qualifications • Must be at least 18 years of age and • Legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located and • 3+ years experience operating heavy equipment and • Proficient in operating the minimum required equipment at an expert level based on site operations, which may include: • Tipper • ADTs • Compactors • Various Small Equipment (such as skid steers, tractors, water truck) • Dozer • Excavator • Wheel Loader • Valid driver’s license may be required Upon Hire B. Preferred Qualifications IV. Physical Requirements Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. • Climbing • Balancing • Sitting • Hearing • Repetitive Motions • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity. This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies. V. Benefits At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.

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