About this opportunity
Waste Management , Inc. lists this Heavy Equipment Operator III opportunity in baton rouge, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Heavy Equipment Operator
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
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.
Commercial drivers license with Air brake endorsement
Physical Requirements
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.
Worksite address
baton rouge, LA, 70873, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.