State College Full-time Compactor Operator | Hiring
Your Next Step in State College
Primary Details
- Hiring Organization: Waste Management
- Based in: State College, PA (our growing State College office)
- Impactful work with supportive local leadership.
- Core objectives involve your professional skills in Waste Management And Heavy Equipment Operations.
- Role in State College: Compactor Operator
- Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits.
- Compensation: $27-$35/Hour (approx. $65.7k/Year)
- This State College-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in State College, PA is growing.
- Benefit from working in State College, a key hub for the Waste Management And Heavy Equipment Operations industry.
Company Overview: Waste Management utilizes heavy landfill compactors and high-density stationary baling machinery to optimize waste volume reduction and maintain sustainable landfill containment density.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: Operating heavy high-density landfill compactors or stationary transfer station compactors, you manage daily waste volume compaction and site grading. In landfill settings, you maneuver heavy spiked steel-wheel compactors over active working faces to crush, spread, and compact municipal waste to required density levels. In transfer facilities, you operate hydraulic ram controls to compact solid waste into high-capacity transport trailers. You conduct daily pre-shift machinery safety checks, monitor hydraulic pressures, and maintain safe operating distances around haul trucks. This role is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site presence inside machine cabs or facility control stations.
Qualifications & Benefits: Must be at least 18 years old with 2+ years of experience operating heavy compactors, bulldozers, or heavy construction machinery. Knowledge of equipment safety and daily inspection protocols is required. Offers top hourly base rates, overtime eligibility, complete medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) company matching, paid vacation, and uniform allowances.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the State College Full-time Compactor Operator | Hiring position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $27 - $35. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within State College.
Where is this State College Full-time Compactor Operator | Hiring job located?
This position is based in State College, PA. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in State College.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Waste Management offer tuition assistance or education benefits?
Yes, Waste Management offers fully funded tuition reimbursement programs. Eligible associates can pursue degrees and certifications at no cost through programs like Career Choice, covering tuition, books, and fees.
What qualifications do I need for this State College Full-time Compactor Operator | Hiring role?
Most State College Full-time Compactor Operator | Hiring positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
How do I apply for this State College Full-time Compactor Operator | Hiring position in State College?
You can apply directly on this page by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. The application process is quick and typically takes just a few minutes. Waste Management reviews applications on a rolling basis.
