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Farm Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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 are seeking Heavy Equipment Operators to work at our Service location in Butler, IN. The Heavy Equipment Operators perform all functions as it pertains to operating heavy off-road mobile equipment.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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Heavy Equipment Operator Mountain Top / Lehigh Valley / Scranton / Harrisburg / Lancaster / and Williamsport PA Areas Base / Shop Rate: $30/hour Labor Rate: Approximately $47/hour Equipment Operating ...

We are seeking Heavy Equipment Operators to work at our Service location in Butler, IN. The Heavy Equipment Operators perform all functions as it pertains to operating heavy off-road mobile equipment.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Coweta, OK · On-site

$17.50 - $18/hr

This position involves operating equipment and performing maintenance tasks to ensure safe and efficient city services. Key Responsibilities: * Operate heavy equipment such as backhoes, loaders, and ...

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 ...

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How much do farm heavy equipment operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for farm 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 a farm heavy equipment operator?

Farm Heavy Equipment Operators are skilled workers who use and maintain large machinery on agricultural sites. Their responsibilities include operating tractors, harvesters, plows, and other farm equipment to plant, cultivate, and harvest crops efficiently. They are also responsible for performing routine maintenance on machinery, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and sometimes assisting with repairs. These operators play a crucial role in modern farming by increasing productivity and ensuring that agricultural tasks are completed in a timely manner.

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

To thrive as a Farm Heavy Equipment Operator, you need strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of agricultural practices, and experience operating machinery such as tractors, combines, and loaders, often supported by a high school diploma or vocational training. Familiarity with GPS systems, precision farming technology, and routine maintenance tools is commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and the ability to work independently are valuable soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure efficient, safe, and productive farm operations, directly impacting crop yields and equipment longevity.

What are some common challenges farm heavy equipment operators face when working with modern machinery?

Farm Heavy Equipment Operators often encounter challenges such as adapting to rapidly advancing technology in modern machinery, troubleshooting mechanical issues in the field, and staying up-to-date with safety protocols. Operators must be comfortable with computerized controls and GPS systems, which can require additional technical training. Additionally, they may need to collaborate closely with farm managers and maintenance teams to ensure equipment is properly maintained and optimized for various agricultural tasks.

What is the difference between Farm Heavy Equipment Operator vs Construction Equipment Operator?

AspectFarm Heavy Equipment OperatorConstruction Equipment Operator
CredentialsCommercial driver's license (CDL), equipment operation certificationsOSHA safety training, equipment operation certifications
Work EnvironmentFarms, agricultural sites, rural areasConstruction sites, urban and rural projects
Industry UsageAgriculture, farmingConstruction, infrastructure development

Farm Heavy Equipment Operators and Construction Equipment Operators share similar skills and certifications, such as equipment operation licenses. However, they work in different environments—farms versus construction sites—and serve distinct industries. Both roles require safety training and equipment handling expertise, but their daily tasks and work settings differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Farm Heavy Equipment Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 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

West Palm Beach, FL • On-site

Waste Management
Environmental Consulting Services • 10K+ employees

$20 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


Waste Management rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

 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 $20 - $25 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:

  • Monday - Friday every week
    • 1st Shift
    • Occasional 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 material recycling facility (MRF) in (location)

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 MRF site 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 I?

  • 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: Front End Loader

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 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 postconsumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gastoelectricity plants in North America. WM's fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks - the largest heavyduty 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 TSAapproved alternative.

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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Industry

Environmental consulting services and water, sewage, waste, steam, air heating and cooling systems

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US