Lead Heavy Equipment Operator

Lead heavy equipment operator supporting WM’s waste management and recycling operations in Maricopa. Operating loaders, bulldozers, and scrapers while maintaining equipment and safety standards.

Posted 8/15/2026full-timeMaricopa • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $30 - $34 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating heavy equipment such as Bulldozers, Scrapers, and Front-End Loaders while adhering to safety policies and conducting routine inspections and maintenance. Capable of maintaining accurate equipment records and performing physical tasks in challenging environments.

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Heavy Equipment OperationPreventative MaintenanceSafety ComplianceEquipment InspectionProblem Solving

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Hard Skills

Bulldozer OperationScraper OperationFront-End Loader OperationEquipment MaintenanceRoutine Inspections

Soft Skills

IndependencePhysical DexterityMotor Coordination

Certifications & Qualifications

REAL IDTSA-Approved Alternative

Industry Keywords

Recycling FacilitiesWaste Disposal SitesStandard Operating ProceduresMaterial-Moving Equipment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate bulldozers, scrapers, front-end loaders, and other heavy equipment
Operate heavy equipment in compliance with company safety policies and procedures
Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance
Maintain accurate equipment records
Move and position raw materials and finished components using material-moving equipment
Follow standard operating procedures for operating and maintaining vehicles
Perform other duties as assigned
Work at recycling facilities and waste disposal sites

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 years of experience operating heavy equipment
Must be over 18 years of age
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Ability to perform physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodations
Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical
Ability to operate bulldozers, scrapers, and front-end loaders
Ability to follow safety policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures
Ability to conduct equipment inspections and preventative maintenance
Ability to work independently and solve problems
Finger dexterity and motor coordination required most of the workday
Ability to occasionally handle objects weighing less than 30 pounds
Ability to work around dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, and similar elements
Willingness to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required for business travel or federal property access

Benefits

Comp & perks

Stable hours
Stock purchase plan
Comprehensive healthcare coverage including dental, vision and prescription coverage
Annual Education Assistance Benefit
Company-matched 401(k)
Adoption assistance and parent support
Training and development based on career goals
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities