5 Heavy Equipment Operator jobs in Tennessee

**Pay: $19.00 per hour**
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**I. Job Summary**
Operate a wide variety of heavy equipment vehicles that construct landfills, open cells that are ready for trash fill, close cells, site maintenance, site closures, and/or mining.
**II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities**
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned and not limited to the following:
Operates heavy equipments 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 equipments.
Follow appropriate standard operating procedures as guideline for operating and maintaining vehicle
Performs other duties as assigned.
**III. Supervisory Responsibilities**
This job has no supervisory duties.
**IV. Qualifications**
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education and Experience
Education: None required.
Experience: One (1) year of previous experience.
B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
None required.
C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required
None required.
**V. Work Environment**
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations 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 work day;
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 work day;
Normal setting for this job is: shop or field.
**Benefits**
At WM, 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, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
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Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

**Why Choose Us?**
We are Waste Connections, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We're proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.
Our priority is to make sure we hire safe equipment operators that care about the safety of our team and the service provided to our customers. As a heavy equipment operator with us the minimum responsibilities are:
+ Operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor grader, scraper, and compactors.
+ Performing routine inspection and maintenance on equipment.
+ Promoting continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
+ Interacting with customers and Waste Connections employees to determine safe and environmentally sound solutions to service issues.
**What we need from you:**
+ 2+ years' experience running heavy equipment
+ Knowledge of heavy equipment operation and maintenance.
+ Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
**What you'll get from us:**
+ Competitive Compensation
+ 401(K) with company match; let us help you save for your future
+ Healthcare; Medical, Dental, Vision
+ Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistance Mental Health Program, Emergency Travel Assistance, Prepaid Legal Plan, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Relief Fund
+ Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Operator - Heavy Equipment is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment at a recycling center, landfill or transfer station for the purpose of transferring, spreading, covering, loading and/or compacting waste or soil in an efficient and safe manner.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors and rear view camera are clean. Safely and efficiently operate equipment that may include: forklift, excavator, bulldozer, front-end loader and other equipment using proper safety standards.
+ Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste in materials.
+ Continuously monitor the condition of the equipment to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean tracks or wheels on equipment, as needed.
+ Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Maintenance Shop for repair.
+ Complete Equipment Condition Report and other reports, as necessary; report any necessary repairs to supervisor, as needed.
+ Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
+ Ensure that shop is clean, serviced and stored at the completion of each shift.
+ Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
+ Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
+ Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
+ Good follow through ability; ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
+ Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company's safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks.
+ Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
+ Two years of prior related experience in heavy equipment operation.
+ One year of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA.
**Rewarding Compensation and Benefits**
Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
- Short- and long-term disability.
- Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount programs.
- Retirement plan with a generous company match.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
_The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company._
EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
**ABOUT THE COMPANY**
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.
In 2023, Republic's total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.
Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.
Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 41,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.
Our company values guide our daily actions:
+ **Safe** : We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
+ **Committed to Serve** : We go above and beyond to exceed our customers' expectations.
+ **Environmentally Responsible:** We take action to improve our environment.
+ **Driven** : We deliver results in the right way.
+ **Human-Centered:** We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.
We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 4.6 million people in 2023 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.
**STRATEGY**
Republic Services' strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers' multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.
We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.
With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.
**Recycling and Waste**
We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers' specific needs.
**Environmental Solutions**
Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need.
**SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION**
Republic's recent innovations to advance circularity and decarbonization demonstrate our unique ability to leverage sustainability as a platform for growth.
The Republic Services Polymer Center is the nation's first integrated plastics recycling facility. This innovative site processes rigid plastics from our recycling centers, producing recycled materials that promote true bottle-to-bottle circularity. We also formed Blue Polymers, a joint venture with Ravago, to develop facilities that will further process plastic material from our Polymer Centers to help meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging. We are building a network of Polymer Centers and Blue Polymer facilities across North America.
We continue to advance decarbonization at our landfills. As demand for renewable energy continues to grow, we have 70 landfill gas-to-energy projects in operation and plan to expand our portfolio to 115 projects by 2028.
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+ Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global

Position Overview:
At Stowers Machinery Corporation, you’re more than a salesperson—you’re a trusted partner to our customers and a valued contributor to a legacy brand. We’re seeking a motivated, energetic, and trustworthy individual to join our team as a Compact Construction Equipment Sales Representative. In this role, you’ll be responsible for selling new and used Caterpillar compact construction equipment and allied products within an assigned territory, with the full backing of one of the most respected dealers in the industry. This is a great opportunity to work with a supportive team that’s committed to your success and professional development.

Why Stowers?
We believe in investing in our people. From day one, you’ll have access to tools, training, and mentorship to help you succeed. We offer a competitive compensation package, full benefits, and a collaborative, team-oriented culture built on trust, innovation, and shared success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio and active pipeline of current and prospective customers
• Achieve sales goals for territory growth, market share, and new customer acquisition
• Actively prospect and cold call to develop new business
• Maintain strong product knowledge across Caterpillar and allied equipment offerings
• Provide solutions tailored to customer needs, including finance, service, and technology options
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure excellent customer service and follow-through
• Track activity and opportunities using Salesforce CRM

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of sales experience, preferably in equipment or B2B environments
• High school diploma required; college degree preferred or equivalent experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Salesforce experience is a plus
• Strong communication, negotiation, and customer service skills
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the assigned territory

Ready to grow your career with a company that supports you every step of the way?
Apply now and be part of a team where your contributions make a difference—every day.

Stowers Machinery is fortunate to have served East Tennessee since 1960. East Tennessee is a great place to live, work, and raise a family. Stowers is fortunate to represent Caterpillar, the world's leading manufacturer of equipment, a company always striving to meet the demands of changing markets. Stowers is fortunate to have loyal customers who have joined in a partnership that is mutually beneficial. And, Stowers is fortunate to have dedicated employees who love this business and are willing to work tirelessly to meet or exceed the customer's expectations.

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