Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator Landfill

Overview

Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? If this speaks to you, then WM may be the place for your next career move. Our schedule respects work‑life balance and safety is at the heart of everything we do, with training and development based on your unique career goals.

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

• Starting salary of $25.00 per hour depending on experience
• Stable hours for your financial stability
• Employee stock available
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Annual education assistance benefit for team members
• Company‑matched 401(k)
• Adoption assistance and parent support

• Monday – Friday
• 7 am to 5 pm
• Committed to offering stable hours for financial security and work‑life balance
• Normal setting: waste disposal site in Topeka, KS

• Operate heavy equipment in compliance with company operating safety policies and procedures
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance; maintain 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

• 3 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

• Work independently
• Adhere to safety guidelines with accountability
• Communicate effectively and support colleagues
• Problem‑solve independently

• Use motor coordination with finger dexterity (keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the workday
• Exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds occasionally
• Exposed to physical occupational risks (cuts, burns, toxic chemicals, etc.) rarely
• Exposed to physical environment involving dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday
• Normal setting: shop or field

The expected base pay range for this on‑site position is $25.00 and up depending on experience. 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.