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Pipeline Heavy Equipment Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Non-Exempt Job Summary Loenbro Pipeline is looking to hire experienced heavy equipment operators. The operator position will be responsible for completing pipeline-based projects. Qualified local ...

Heavy Equipment Operator REPORTS TO: Superintendent JOB OVERVIEW The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe, effective and appropriate manner. Heavy equipment ...

Heavy Equipment Operator

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$41.99 - $44.10/hr

Are you skilled in operating heavy equipment and passionate about making an impact in your community? The City of Tacoma is looking for dedicated and experienced professionals to join our team as a ...

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 ...

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 ...

Heavy Equipment Operator REPORTS TO: Superintendent JOB OVERVIEW The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe, effective and appropriate manner. Heavy 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 ...

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

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for pipeline 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 pipeline heavy equipment operator?

Pipeline Heavy Equipment Operators are skilled workers responsible for operating machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and other heavy equipment to construct, maintain, and repair pipelines. They ensure that pipes are laid safely and efficiently, often working in challenging outdoor conditions. These operators must follow strict safety protocols, read blueprints or instructions, and coordinate with other crew members to complete projects on schedule. Their work is essential for the safe and effective transport of oil, gas, or water through pipelines.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a pipeline heavy equipment operator?

To thrive as a Pipeline Heavy Equipment Operator, you need strong mechanical aptitude, operational experience with heavy machinery, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with equipment like excavators, bulldozers, and loaders, as well as safety certifications such as OSHA or NCCER, are typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication help operators work safely and efficiently in dynamic environments. These skills and qualifications are crucial for maintaining safety, project timelines, and the integrity of pipeline construction projects.

What challenges do pipeline heavy equipment operators face on the job?

Pipeline Heavy Equipment Operators often work in remote or rugged locations, which can present logistical and environmental challenges such as difficult terrain and changing weather conditions. Staying vigilant about safety protocols is crucial due to the presence of heavy machinery and the proximity to active pipeline construction. To address these challenges, operators should participate in regular safety training, communicate closely with team members, and maintain flexibility to adapt to evolving site conditions. Teamwork and clear communication are key to ensuring the smooth progression of the project while minimizing risks.

What is the difference between Pipeline Heavy Equipment Operator vs Excavator Operator?

AspectPipeline Heavy Equipment OperatorExcavator Operator
CredentialsCommercial driver's license, heavy equipment certificationsHeavy equipment certifications, sometimes CDL
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, pipeline routes, outdoor terrainsConstruction sites, excavation zones, outdoor environments
Industry UsageOil & gas, pipeline construction, energy sectorsGeneral construction, demolition, excavation projects

The main difference is that Pipeline Heavy Equipment Operators specialize in operating machinery specifically for pipeline installation and maintenance, often working in pipeline construction environments. Excavator Operators focus on operating excavators for various construction and excavation tasks. Both roles require similar certifications and work outdoors, but their specific tasks and industry focus differ.

What do pipeline heavy equipment operators make?

Pipeline heavy equipment operators typically earn between $20 and $35 per hour, with annual salaries ranging from approximately $40,000 to $70,000 depending on experience, location, and union status. They operate machinery such as excavators and bulldozers in construction and maintenance of pipelines, often working long hours and requiring safety certifications.
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Infographic showing various Pipeline Heavy Equipment Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,330 per year, or $23.7 per hour.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Waste Management

Springfield, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 5 days ago


Waste Management rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 656 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 92 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:

  • Salary based on experience

  • Yearly Boot Allowance

  • 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 7am-4pm, Some Sundays and Saturdays after a holiday
    • 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 Battle Creek

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.
  • Wheel Loader experience is a plus
  • Semi Truck Driving experience is a plus, CDL is not required
    • 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.

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 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