Entry Level Heavy Equipment Operator
$25 - $32/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
$25 - $32/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
$25 - $32/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
Irwin, PA · On-site
$25 - $32/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
Irwin, PA · On-site
$25 - $32/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
Irwin, PA · On-site
$25 - $32/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
Irwin, PA · On-site
$25 - $32/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
Irwin, PA · On-site
$25 - $32/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
Irwin, PA · On-site
$25 - $32/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
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Mobile, AL · On-site
$18 - $22/hr
Heavy Equipment Operator Job Summary We have an immediate opening for a Heavy Equipment Operator. Candidates should have at least one year of experience operating a variety of heavy equipment ...
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Mobile, AL · On-site
$18 - $22/hr
Heavy Equipment Operator Job Summary We have an immediate opening for a Heavy Equipment Operator. Candidates should have at least one year of experience operating a variety of heavy equipment ...
$24 - $26/hr
Heavy Equipment Operator Company: Turner Staffing Group Location: Montpelier, Virginia Position Type: Full-Time About Us: Turner Staffing Group, in collaboration with our esteemed mining partner in ...
$24 - $26/hr
Heavy Equipment Operator Company: Turner Staffing Group Location: Montpelier, Virginia Position Type: Full-Time About Us: Turner Staffing Group, in collaboration with our esteemed mining partner in ...
Montpelier, VA · On-site
$24 - $26/hr
Heavy Equipment Operator Company: Turner Staffing Group Location: Montpelier, Virginia Position Type: Full-Time About Us: Turner Staffing Group, in collaboration with our esteemed mining partner in ...
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Montpelier, VA · On-site
$24 - $26/hr
Heavy Equipment Operator Company: Turner Staffing Group Location: Montpelier, Virginia Position Type: Full-Time About Us: Turner Staffing Group, in collaboration with our esteemed mining partner in ...
Kershaw, SC · On-site
$25 - $28.50/hr
Heavy Equipment Operator Company: Turner Staffing Group Location: Kershaw, South Carolina, USA Position Type: Full-Time About Us: Turner Staffing Group, in collaboration with our esteemed mining ...
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Kershaw, SC · On-site
$25 - $28.50/hr
Heavy Equipment Operator Company: Turner Staffing Group Location: Kershaw, South Carolina, USA Position Type: Full-Time About Us: Turner Staffing Group, in collaboration with our esteemed mining ...
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Randleman, NC · On-site
$22 - $24/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
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Randleman, NC · On-site
$22 - $24/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
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Montpelier, VA · On-site
$24 - $26/hr
Heavy Equipment Operator Company: Turner Staffing Group Location: Montpelier, Virginia Position Type: Full-Time About Us: Turner Staffing Group, in collaboration with our esteemed mining partner in ...
Montpelier, VA · On-site
$24 - $26/hr
Heavy Equipment Operator Company: Turner Staffing Group Location: Montpelier, Virginia Position Type: Full-Time About Us: Turner Staffing Group, in collaboration with our esteemed mining partner in ...
Mulberry, FL · On-site
$21/hr
Heavy Equipment Operator (Front-End Loader) - Mulberry, FL Starting Pay: $21/hour | Swing Shift (2-Step Rotation) Road & Rail Services is hiring an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator in Mulberry ...
Mulberry, FL · On-site
$21/hr
Heavy Equipment Operator (Front-End Loader) - Mulberry, FL Starting Pay: $21/hour | Swing Shift (2-Step Rotation) Road & Rail Services is hiring an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator in Mulberry ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
We have an immediate opening for a full-time Heavy Equipment Operator. Hours of operation are Monday- Friday 7am to 5pm with some overtime and weekends. Candidates must complete a pre-employment drug ...
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We have an immediate opening for a full-time Heavy Equipment Operator. Hours of operation are Monday- Friday 7am to 5pm with some overtime and weekends. Candidates must complete a pre-employment drug ...
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Ladson, SC · On-site
$21 - $24/hr
We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator for one of our trusted clients in the Ladson, SC area. This is a great opportunity for an experienced professional looking to stay busy on long-term ...
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Ladson, SC · On-site
$21 - $24/hr
We are seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Operator for one of our trusted clients in the Ladson, SC area. This is a great opportunity for an experienced professional looking to stay busy on long-term ...
West Palm Beach, FL · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
West Palm Beach, FL · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
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 ...
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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 ...
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Farmville, VA · On-site
$14 - $21/hr
The ideal candidate will have experience operating various heavy machinery and equipment on ... We work with candidates at all levels, from entry level to management. We will assist you in ...
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Farmville, VA · On-site
$14 - $21/hr
The ideal candidate will have experience operating various heavy machinery and equipment on ... We work with candidates at all levels, from entry level to management. We will assist you in ...
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I with benefits that provide financial security for you and your family? Aspiring to advance in your heavy equipment career at a site ...
Ocala, FL · On-site
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 ...
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Ocala, FL · On-site
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 ...
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$14.18 - $15.95
2% of jobs
$15.95 - $17.72
9% of jobs
$17.72 - $19.49
13% of jobs
$19.66 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$19.49 - $21.26
14% of jobs
$21.26 - $23.03
12% of jobs
The median wage is $23.09 / hr.
$23.03 - $24.80
16% of jobs
$26.35 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$24.80 - $26.57
11% of jobs
$26.57 - $28.34
10% of jobs
$28.34 - $30.11
8% of jobs
$30.11 - $31.88
4% of jobs
$31.88 - $33.65
2% of jobs
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| Aspect | Entry Level Fifo Heavy Equipment Operator | Entry Level Crane Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Required Certifications | OSHA safety training, equipment-specific certifications | OSHA safety training, crane operation certification |
| Work Environment | Construction sites, mining, oil & gas fields | Construction sites, industrial facilities, shipping yards |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Mining, construction, oil & gas industries | Construction, shipping, manufacturing industries |
| Common Search & Comparison | Yes | Yes |
Both roles require safety training and industry-specific certifications. Heavy equipment operators typically work outdoors on large construction or mining sites, while crane operators focus on lifting and moving materials in construction or industrial settings. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right entry-level position aligned with their skills and career goals.

$25 - $32/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 26 days ago
7.6
Based on 633 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
20th of 75 rated recycling and waste
Are you looking for stable work as a Heavy Equipment Operator I 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 I 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 I:
Starting salary of $25-$32 per hour 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
These are just a few of our comprehensive benefits for Heavy Equipment Operator I. 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 I with WM:
Those are the key details on pay and schedule - now here's more on what you'll be doing as a Heavy Equipment Operator I 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 I 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:
What do you need to be considered for the role of Heavy Equipment Operator I?
The kind of people who thrive in our teams:
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.
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.
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.
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