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Follow appropriate standard operating procedures as guideline for operating and maintaining vehicle ... Various Small Equipment (such as skid steers, tractors, water truck) Dozer Excavator Wheel Loader
Follow appropriate standard operating procedures as guideline for operating and maintaining vehicle ... Various Small Equipment (such as skid steers, tractors, water truck) Dozer Excavator Wheel Loader
Follow appropriate standard operating procedures as guideline for operating and maintaining vehicle ... Various Small Equipment (such as skid steers, tractors, water truck) Dozer Excavator Wheel Loader
Follow appropriate standard operating procedures as guideline for operating and maintaining vehicle ... Various Small Equipment (such as skid steers, tractors, water truck) Dozer Excavator Wheel Loader
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Baton Rouge, LA · On-site
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Baton Rouge, LA · On-site
$15.50 - $20.25/hr
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Baton Rouge, LA · On-site
$15.50 - $20.25/hr
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Operator - Light
$15.50 - $20.25/hr
Overview The Light Equipment Operator must have the ability and experience to operate hand-held mechanical devices used on project site. Will operate one or more piece of equipment including but are ...
Operator - Light
$15.50 - $20.25/hr
Overview The Light Equipment Operator must have the ability and experience to operate hand-held mechanical devices used on project site. Will operate one or more piece of equipment including but are ...
Operator - Light
Baton Rouge, LA · On-site
$15.50 - $20.25/hr
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| 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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What does a dozer operator do?
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.

Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 13 days ago
Waste Management rating
7.6
Based on 642 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
23rd of 90 rated recycling and waste
Job description
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 or particular job sites.
Hours: 6:00am - 4:30pm Mon - Thurs
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.
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: Various Small Equipment (such as skid steers, tractors, water truck) • Dozer • Excavator • Wheel Loader
- Valid driver's license may be required Upon Hire
- TWIC Card, or ability to obtain prior to starting
- Pre-assignment and/or pre-hire customer-specific drug and/or alcohol testing may be required by certain customer-contract requirements. Such testing may include urinalysis, oral swab, drug hair follicle testing and/or alcohol testing.
B. Preferred Qualifications Commercial drivers license with Air brake endorsement
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.
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.
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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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