Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic - 2330470 Job
Employer Name: Waste ManagementSpiderID: 13959540
Location: Hampton, VirginiaDate Posted: 3/12/2025
Wage:Category: Heavy Equipment
Job Code: 2330470
Number Of Openings: 1
Job Description:
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Are you seeking a safer work environment as a Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic? Is your family's financial security important to you? Aspiring to advance in your mechanic career? Searching for a company that prioritizes its employees' well-being? If this speaks to you, then WM might be the place for your next career move.
Career progression, stability for your family, and a safe environment to work. That's what you get as a Heavy Equipment Technician at WM - and more.
The pay and benefits you'll get as Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic:
Starting salary of $33 per hour depending on experience
Stable hours for your financial stability
Tool allowance worth $250/quarter
Boot allowance worth an additional $300/yr.
A sign on bonus of $5,000
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 Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic. 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 Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic with WM:
Monday - Friday every week
Shift starting at 7 AM
Possible weekends (Saturday) and OT
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 a repair / maintenance shop at our Hampton VA site.
Advanced Technical Training Required in Arizona for 2 weeks upon hire.
Those are the key details on pay and schedule - now here's more on what you'll be doing as Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic at WM.
Each day you'll fix the trucks and equipment that service over 20 million customers across the USA. As a Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic, you can take pride in watching a truck roll out of the shop, knowing your local community will be supported by your hard work. Our mechanics take their careers to the next level by working on equipment that requires a high level of skill - and determination. You'll be using modern tools and procedures to deliver exceptional maintenance on both diesel equipment and, at some locations, on our growing fleet of CNG trucks.
Here's more of what you'll do:
Repairs as needed equipment (including, but not limited to, bulldozers, scrapers, backhoes, front end loaders, yard trucks, farm tractors, forklifts, and company cars).
Diagnoses and repairs differentials, hydraulic systems, motors, transmissions, drives, air conditioning systems, and electrical systems.
Performs tasks per preventative maintenance checklist.
Completes records such as work orders, card files, P.M. checklists, and oil samples.
Services and maintains other equipment such as light plants, water pump, welders, and other equipment.
Reference site-specific procedures and more detailed site-specific job descriptions.
Performing other duties as assigned.
What do you need to be considered for the role of Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic?
5 years of relevant work experience 5 years or more experience repairing industrial equipment like balers, conveyers Experience with: Compactors
A valid drivers' license, with a clean driving record
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:
Team players who care about everyone in the shop
Happy working independently and as part of a team
Likes variety - every day provides a new challenge
Determined problem solvers.
Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Successfully complete pre-employment drug screen and physical.
NEW EMPLOYEE TRAINING
RCRA
HAZWOPER (24 Hour)
DOT & M2Z (Driver Only)
RCRA / HAZWOPER Training:
Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA)
Clean Air Act (CAA)
Clean Water Act (CWA)
Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA)
Superfund Amendment & Reauthorization Act (SARA)
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA)
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Occupational Safety & Health Act (OSHA)
Hazardous Waste Transportation Act (HWTA)
Code of Federal Regulation (CFR 40, 29, & 49)
Contingency Plan
Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasure Plan (SPCC)
Security Plan
Hazwoper
Standard Division Practices (per department) (SDPs)
Refresher Training As Required By Law
RCRA
Hazwoper
DOT
Forklift
Medical Exam
Pre Employment Physical and Drug Test
Complete Physical Biennially
Pulmonary Function Test (PFT), Audiogram and Respirator Fit Test annual
Physical at Termination
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 exert physical effort that will include but is not limited to frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, and climbing; Constantly standing, walking, and grasping; Occasionally: sitting and balancing
Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) often;
Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements often;
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.
If this sounds like what you've been looking for, then click Apply now' to start your tomorrow, today.
Benefits
At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Pension, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
Please apply now on the site below, or call ..., to speak with a Waste Management recruiter today
Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Job Criteria:
Start Date:
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Years of Experience Required:
Education Required:
Overnight Travel:
Vacation Time:
Job Benefits:
Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Waste ManagementCompany Type:
Company:
City: Chicago
State: Illinois
Zip:
Employer Name: Waste ManagementSpiderID: 13959540
Location: Hampton, VirginiaDate Posted: 3/12/2025
Wage:Category: Heavy Equipment
Job Code: 2330470
Number Of Openings: 1
Job Description:
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Are you seeking a safer work environment as a Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic? Is your family's financial security important to you? Aspiring to advance in your mechanic career? Searching for a company that prioritizes its employees' well-being? If this speaks to you, then WM might be the place for your next career move.
Career progression, stability for your family, and a safe environment to work. That's what you get as a Heavy Equipment Technician at WM - and more.
The pay and benefits you'll get as Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic:
Starting salary of $33 per hour depending on experience
Stable hours for your financial stability
Tool allowance worth $250/quarter
Boot allowance worth an additional $300/yr.
A sign on bonus of $5,000
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 Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic. 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 Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic with WM:
Monday - Friday every week
Shift starting at 7 AM
Possible weekends (Saturday) and OT
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 a repair / maintenance shop at our Hampton VA site.
Advanced Technical Training Required in Arizona for 2 weeks upon hire.
Those are the key details on pay and schedule - now here's more on what you'll be doing as Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic at WM.
Each day you'll fix the trucks and equipment that service over 20 million customers across the USA. As a Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic, you can take pride in watching a truck roll out of the shop, knowing your local community will be supported by your hard work. Our mechanics take their careers to the next level by working on equipment that requires a high level of skill - and determination. You'll be using modern tools and procedures to deliver exceptional maintenance on both diesel equipment and, at some locations, on our growing fleet of CNG trucks.
Here's more of what you'll do:
Repairs as needed equipment (including, but not limited to, bulldozers, scrapers, backhoes, front end loaders, yard trucks, farm tractors, forklifts, and company cars).
Diagnoses and repairs differentials, hydraulic systems, motors, transmissions, drives, air conditioning systems, and electrical systems.
Performs tasks per preventative maintenance checklist.
Completes records such as work orders, card files, P.M. checklists, and oil samples.
Services and maintains other equipment such as light plants, water pump, welders, and other equipment.
Reference site-specific procedures and more detailed site-specific job descriptions.
Performing other duties as assigned.
What do you need to be considered for the role of Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic?
5 years of relevant work experience 5 years or more experience repairing industrial equipment like balers, conveyers Experience with: Compactors
A valid drivers' license, with a clean driving record
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:
Team players who care about everyone in the shop
Happy working independently and as part of a team
Likes variety - every day provides a new challenge
Determined problem solvers.
Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Successfully complete pre-employment drug screen and physical.
NEW EMPLOYEE TRAINING
RCRA
HAZWOPER (24 Hour)
DOT & M2Z (Driver Only)
RCRA / HAZWOPER Training:
Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA)
Clean Air Act (CAA)
Clean Water Act (CWA)
Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA)
Superfund Amendment & Reauthorization Act (SARA)
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA)
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Occupational Safety & Health Act (OSHA)
Hazardous Waste Transportation Act (HWTA)
Code of Federal Regulation (CFR 40, 29, & 49)
Contingency Plan
Spill Prevention Control & Countermeasure Plan (SPCC)
Security Plan
Hazwoper
Standard Division Practices (per department) (SDPs)
Refresher Training As Required By Law
RCRA
Hazwoper
DOT
Forklift
Medical Exam
Pre Employment Physical and Drug Test
Complete Physical Biennially
Pulmonary Function Test (PFT), Audiogram and Respirator Fit Test annual
Physical at Termination
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 exert physical effort that will include but is not limited to frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, and climbing; Constantly standing, walking, and grasping; Occasionally: sitting and balancing
Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) often;
Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements often;
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.
If this sounds like what you've been looking for, then click Apply now' to start your tomorrow, today.
Benefits
At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Pension, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
Please apply now on the site below, or call ..., to speak with a Waste Management recruiter today
Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
Job Criteria:
Start Date:
Position Type: Full-Time Permanent
Years of Experience Required:
Education Required:
Overnight Travel:
Vacation Time:
Job Benefits:
Health/Dental Benefits, Retirement Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Waste ManagementCompany Type:
Company:
City: Chicago
State: Illinois
Zip:
Job ID: 477903532
Originally Posted on: 5/21/2025
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