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Heavy Equipment Operator

Williston, ND · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

We are currently seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our growing organization. In this position, you will be responsible for operating equipment to help build roads, oil field locations ...

Essel

Heavy Equipment Operator

Seattle, WA

Heavy Equipment Operator at Essel Essel is seeking a reliable and skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to join our growing team. As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will operate, maintain, and ...

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Chambersburg, PA · On-site

$45K - $90K/yr

The Heavy Equipment Operator will be responsible for operating and maintaining heavy machinery such ... contracts. All the positions we represent are permanent positions with full benefits.

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How much do contract fifo heavy equipment operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract fifo heavy equipment operator in the United States is $23.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Fifo Heavy Equipment Operator vs Contract Fifo Crane Operator?

AspectContract Fifo Heavy Equipment OperatorContract Fifo Crane Operator
CredentialsHeavy equipment certifications (e.g., NCCCO, NCCER)Crane operator certifications (e.g., NCCCO Crane Certification)
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, mining, infrastructure projectsConstruction sites, industrial facilities, shipping yards
Industry UsageMining, construction, oil & gasConstruction, shipping, industrial sectors
Common Search/ComparisonSimilar roles involving heavy machinery operationSpecialized lifting equipment operation

Both roles require specialized certifications and involve working in construction or industrial environments. The main difference is that heavy equipment operators handle machinery like bulldozers and excavators, while crane operators focus on lifting and moving heavy loads with cranes. Understanding these distinctions helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What are some common challenges faced by contract FIFO heavy equipment operators, and how can they be managed?

Contract FIFO Heavy Equipment Operators often encounter challenges such as adjusting to rotating rosters, working long shifts in remote locations, and adapting to different site safety protocols. Building strong communication with team members and supervisors helps ease transitions between sites and ensures a smooth workflow. Maintaining a strong focus on safety, good physical fitness, and resilience to isolation are essential for success in this role. Many operators find that proactive self-care and making use of onsite support services can help manage the demands of FIFO work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract FIFO heavy equipment operator?

To thrive as a Contract FIFO Heavy Equipment Operator, you need proven experience operating heavy machinery such as excavators, loaders, and bulldozers, along with relevant licenses or certifications (e.g., RII competencies). Familiarity with mining site safety protocols, GPS machine control systems, and maintenance procedures is typically required. Strong attention to detail, adaptability to remote FIFO rosters, and effective communication skills help operators succeed in challenging, team-oriented environments. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining safety, maximizing operational efficiency, and ensuring smooth project delivery in demanding and isolated worksites.

What is a contract FIFO heavy equipment operator?

A Contract FIFO Heavy Equipment Operator is a skilled worker who operates heavy machinery, such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders, on a contract basis, often in remote locations. 'FIFO' stands for 'Fly-In Fly-Out,' which means operators travel to the job site for a set period and then return home for scheduled leave. These positions are common in industries like mining, construction, and oil and gas, where projects are located far from populated areas. Operators are responsible for safely and efficiently handling equipment to support site operations, often working long shifts in challenging environments.
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Infographic showing various Contract Fifo Heavy Equipment Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,330 per year, or $23.7 per hour.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Waste Management

Morrisville, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 26 days ago

Waste Management rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 642 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

23rd of 90 rated recycling and waste

Job description


Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site that prides itself on employee safety? Searching for a company that prioritizes its employees' well-being and understands the importance of family time? If this speaks to you, then WM might be the place for your next career move.
Stable work and benefits that support you and your loved ones, a schedule that respects work life balance with your safety at the heart of everything we do and support for your future with training and development based on your unique career goals. That's what you get as a Heavy Equipment Operator at WM - and more.
About us
WM is North America's leading provider of comprehensive waste management environmental services. We partner with our customers and the communities we serve to manage and reduce waste at each stage from collection to disposal, while recovering valuable resources and creating clean, renewable energy.
The pay and benefits you'll get as a Heavy Equipment Operator:
  • Depending on experience
  • Stable hours for your financial stability
  • Access to a stock purchase plan
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental, vision and prescription coverage.
  • We are Committed to Growth: Annual Education Assistance Benefit available for team members
  • Company-matched 401(k)
  • Adoption assistance and parent support

These are just a few of our comprehensive benefits for Heavy Equipment Operator. Whether you are planning on building or expanding your family or looking for the next step in your career - WM is there, helping build the best and total you.
The hours and location you'll work in as a Heavy Equipment Operator with WM:
  • Monday - Friday every week
    • 6am to 4:30pm
    • Some Weekends
    • We're committed to offering you stable hours for the financial security and work life balance you need.
    • The normal setting for this job is our waste disposal site in Raleigh, NC

Those are the key details on pay and schedule - now here's more on what you'll be doing as a Heavy Equipment Operator at WM.
Each day you'll work at one of our recycling facilities that service over 20 million customers across the USA. As a Heavy Equipment Operator you'll be responsible for operating heavy equipment like bulldozers, scrapers & front-end loaders - this role is vital to the work we do, so your work will be recognized and valued for the impact it has on our operation. Our heavy equipment operators take their careers to the next level by working on equipment that requires a high level of skill - and determination. Our waste disposal sites have strict procedures in place to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all our employees.
Here's more of what you'll do:
  • 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 per guidelines for operating and maintaining vehicle.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

What do you need to be considered for the role of Heavy Equipment Operator?
  • 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment.
    • Be 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.
    • Preferred Experience: Wheel loader and dozer

The kind of people who thrive in our teams:
  • Thrive while working independently.
    • Take accountability for adhering to our safety guidelines.
    • Good communicators who are ready to support other colleagues
    • Able to problem solve while independently.

Work environment and physical demands:
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.
  • Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the workday.
    • Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds occasionally.
    • Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) rarely.
    • Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday.

Normal setting for this job is: shop or field.
About Us
ABOUT WM
WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post-consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas-to-electricity plants in North America. WM's fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks - the largest heavy-duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company's sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity
For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.
Real ID
In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative.
About the Team
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 WM is what defines the perks of being in the WM family - from benefits, to resources and engagement activities.
We are People First. We are Committed to Your Growth. We Are Investing in You. We are a Family. We are Stable. We are Always Working for a Sustainable Tomorrow.

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