Heavy Equipment Operator

About the role

At Waste Connections, we’re more than just a waste services company—we’re a team that values safety, community, and career growth. Serving communities across the U.S. and Canada, we provide reliable solid waste collection, transfer, disposal, and recycling services. We take pride in being a different kind of company with a culture that empowers employees to grow, lead, and make a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor graders, scrapers, and compactors.
• Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance on equipment.
• Promote and practice safe work habits and environmental responsibility.
• Collaborate with team members and customers to ensure safe and effective service delivery.

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• Solid understanding of equipment operation and maintenance.
• Commitment to safety and the ability to follow and enforce safety procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay ($23.50/hr)
• 401(k) with Company Match – Invest in your future with our support.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Employee Perks:
  • Employee Assistance & Mental Health Programs
  • Emergency Travel Assistance
  • Prepaid Legal Plan
  • Scholarship Opportunities for Children
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Employee Relief Fund
  • Insurance Coverage – Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability