Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide ... Preferred Experience: dozer, excavator, haul truck, motor grader The kind of people who thrive in ...
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide ... Preferred Experience: dozer, excavator, haul truck, motor grader The kind of people who thrive in ...
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide ... Preferred Experience: dozer, excavator, haul truck, motor grader The kind of people who thrive in ...
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide ... Preferred Experience: dozer, excavator, haul truck, motor grader The kind of people who thrive in ...
Experienced, Heavy Equipment Operator, Landfill
Nashville, TN · On-site
$25/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide ... Preferred Experience: compactor, ADT, dozer, excavator The kind of people who thrive in our teams:
Experienced, Heavy Equipment Operator, Landfill
Nashville, TN · On-site
$25/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide ... Preferred Experience: compactor, ADT, dozer, excavator The kind of people who thrive in our teams:
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide ... Preferred Experience: dozer, excavator, haul truck, motor grader The kind of people who thrive in ...
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide ... Preferred Experience: dozer, excavator, haul truck, motor grader The kind of people who thrive in ...
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide ... Preferred Experience: compactor, ADT, dozer, excavator The kind of people who thrive in our teams:
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide ... Preferred Experience: compactor, ADT, dozer, excavator The kind of people who thrive in our teams:
Experienced, Heavy Equipment Operator, Landfill
Nashville, TN · On-site
$25/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide ... Preferred Experience: compactor, ADT, dozer, excavator The kind of people who thrive in our teams:
Experienced, Heavy Equipment Operator, Landfill
Nashville, TN · On-site
$25/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II with benefits that provide ... Preferred Experience: compactor, ADT, dozer, excavator The kind of people who thrive in our teams:
Heavy Equipment Operator
Memphis, TN · On-site
Heavy Equipment Operator - Dozer/Track Hoe/Front end Loader/ Haul Truck This is a highly skilled position involving the operation of Heavy Equipment in an open pit mine operation. Applicants must ...
Heavy Equipment Operator
Memphis, TN · On-site
Heavy Equipment Operator - Dozer/Track Hoe/Front end Loader/ Haul Truck This is a highly skilled position involving the operation of Heavy Equipment in an open pit mine operation. Applicants must ...
Proficient in operating heavy machinery (trackhoe, dozer, loader). Ability to read and understand construction drawings and check elevations accurately. Strong leadership and communication skills.
Proficient in operating heavy machinery (trackhoe, dozer, loader). Ability to read and understand construction drawings and check elevations accurately. Strong leadership and communication skills.
Yard Staff
Nashville, TN · On-site
$16.04 - $20.07/hr
Basic assembly of equipment i.e. dozer blades, etc. * Checks fluid and fuel levels on equipment ... Places operators in rolling stock. * Parks sold equipment on the ramp. * Perform other duties as ...
Yard Staff
Nashville, TN · On-site
$16.04 - $20.07/hr
Basic assembly of equipment i.e. dozer blades, etc. * Checks fluid and fuel levels on equipment ... Places operators in rolling stock. * Parks sold equipment on the ramp. * Perform other duties as ...
Yard Staff
Nashville, TN · On-site
$18 - $23.25/hr
Basic assembly of equipment i.e. dozer blades, etc. * Checks fluid and fuel levels on equipment ... Places operators in rolling stock. * Parks sold equipment on the ramp. * Perform other duties as ...
Yard Staff
Nashville, TN · On-site
$18 - $23.25/hr
Basic assembly of equipment i.e. dozer blades, etc. * Checks fluid and fuel levels on equipment ... Places operators in rolling stock. * Parks sold equipment on the ramp. * Perform other duties as ...
Operator
$14 - $15/hr
Operators complete a variety of maintenance, development and operations tasks that promote the efficient production of a manufacturing plant, construction site or other professional setting. Their ...
Operator
$14 - $15/hr
Operators complete a variety of maintenance, development and operations tasks that promote the efficient production of a manufacturing plant, construction site or other professional setting. Their ...
Operator
Memphis, TN · On-site
$17 - $22.25/hr
The Operator performs operational work related to loading/unloading tank trucks and railcars; bulk liquid transfer within the facility; performing basic tank, pipe and pumping system maintenance; and ...
Operator
Memphis, TN · On-site
$17 - $22.25/hr
The Operator performs operational work related to loading/unloading tank trucks and railcars; bulk liquid transfer within the facility; performing basic tank, pipe and pumping system maintenance; and ...
Operator
Memphis, TN · On-site
$17 - $22.25/hr
The Operator performs operational work related to loading/unloading tank trucks and railcars; bulk liquid transfer within the facility; performing basic tank, pipe and pumping system maintenance; and ...
Operator
Memphis, TN · On-site
$17 - $22.25/hr
The Operator performs operational work related to loading/unloading tank trucks and railcars; bulk liquid transfer within the facility; performing basic tank, pipe and pumping system maintenance; and ...
Calender Operator
Union City, TN · On-site
$14 - $18.50/hr
Calender Operator Category: Production • Location: Tennessee (Union City) Titan Internaltional is seeking dependable, safety-focused Manufacturing Operators to support Fabric Calender, Wire ...
Calender Operator
Union City, TN · On-site
$14 - $18.50/hr
Calender Operator Category: Production • Location: Tennessee (Union City) Titan Internaltional is seeking dependable, safety-focused Manufacturing Operators to support Fabric Calender, Wire ...
Backfill Operator
Nashville, TN · On-site
$17 - $22.25/hr
GARNEY A Backfill Operator position is available through Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As a Backfill Operator , you will operate machinery ...
Backfill Operator
Nashville, TN · On-site
$17 - $22.25/hr
GARNEY A Backfill Operator position is available through Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As a Backfill Operator , you will operate machinery ...
Backfill Operator
Pigeon Forge, TN · On-site
$16.25 - $21.25/hr
GARNEY A Backfill Operator position is available through Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As a Backfill Operator , you will operate machinery ...
Backfill Operator
Pigeon Forge, TN · On-site
$16.25 - $21.25/hr
GARNEY A Backfill Operator position is available through Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As a Backfill Operator , you will operate machinery ...
Backfill Operator
Nashville, TN · On-site
$17 - $22.25/hr
GARNEY A Backfill Operator job is available at Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As a Backfill Operator , you will operate machinery to ...
Backfill Operator
Nashville, TN · On-site
$17 - $22.25/hr
GARNEY A Backfill Operator job is available at Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As a Backfill Operator , you will operate machinery to ...
Backfill Operator
Nashville, TN · On-site
$17 - $22.25/hr
GARNEY A Backfill Operator position is available through Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As a Backfill Operator , you will operate machinery ...
Backfill Operator
Nashville, TN · On-site
$17 - $22.25/hr
GARNEY A Backfill Operator position is available through Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As a Backfill Operator , you will operate machinery ...
Backfill Operator
Nashville, TN · On-site
$17 - $22.25/hr
GARNEY A Backfill Operator job is available at Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As a Backfill Operator , you will operate machinery to ...
Backfill Operator
Nashville, TN · On-site
$17 - $22.25/hr
GARNEY A Backfill Operator job is available at Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As a Backfill Operator , you will operate machinery to ...
Backfill Operator
$15.25 - $20/hr
GARNEY A Backfill Operator position is available through Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As a Backfill Operator , you will operate machinery ...
Backfill Operator
$15.25 - $20/hr
GARNEY A Backfill Operator position is available through Garney. To be considered for this position you must have previous construction experience. As a Backfill Operator , you will operate machinery ...
Dozer Operator information
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$15.05 - $17.41
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A dozer operator drives a bulldozer at construction sites or during other types of industrial operations. In this job, your duties include moving soil, rocks, and debris and leveling the ground. You control the tractor and also operate the shovel or blade on the front of the vehicle. A dozer operator’s responsibilities can vary, but you usually receive instructions or guidance from a foreman or site supervisor. A dozer driver is a heavy equipment operator. In some jobs, you operate other types of heavy equipment in addition to the bulldozer. Heavy equipment can include a backhoe, dump truck, or excavator.
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What is the difference between Dozer Operator vs Excavator Operator?
| Aspect | Dozer Operator | Excavator Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Commercial driver's license (CDL) or certification in heavy equipment operation | Similar certifications, often including OSHA safety training |
| Work Environment | Operate bulldozers mainly on construction sites, land clearing, and grading | Operate excavators for digging, trenching, and material handling |
| Industry Usage | Common in construction, mining, and land development | Used in construction, demolition, and excavation projects |
Both Dozer Operators and Excavator Operators require heavy equipment certifications and work in construction-related environments. While Dozer Operators focus on land grading and moving large amounts of earth with bulldozers, Excavator Operators specialize in digging and material handling with excavators. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers find the right fit for their skills and project needs.
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Job description
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator II 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 II 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 II:
- depending on experience
- Stable hours for your financial stability
- Access to a stock purchase plan
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental, vision and prescription coverage.
- Paid tuition and scholarships for you and your dependents
- Company-matched 401(k)
- Adoption assistance and parent support
- Stable hours for your financial stability
These are just a few of our comprehensive benefits for Heavy Equipment Operator II. 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 II with WM:
- Monday - Friday every week
- 5:30am to 4:30pm
- No 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 Landfill in Sparta, TN.
Those are the key details on pay and schedule - now here's more on what you'll be doing as a Heavy Equipment Operator II 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 II 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 Landfill 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 II?
- 3 years 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: dozer, excavator, haul truck, motor grader
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.
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 what you've been looking for, then click 'Apply now' to start your tomorrow, today.
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.
If this position is to be performed in Los Angeles County, California, please read carefully the information contained here in LA County Addendum.
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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Environmental consulting services and water, sewage, waste, steam, air heating and cooling systems
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Houston, TX, US