[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Waste Management jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/waste-management/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Waste Management · Columbus, OH # Senior, Small Equipment Operator MRF Columbus, OH, United States On-site Senior individual contributor $20-22 Operations Listed on Waste Management’s official careers site. Posted September 25, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Waste Management’s careers site →](https://emcm.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_4001/job/2353886) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Waste Management](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/waste-management/) / Senior, Small Equipment Operator MRF ## Job description ### Pay Range $20-22 Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:30am-3:30pm, occasional weekends as necessary What is the value of a WM Job? At WM we know that the value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to create opportunities for you and your family. This is why we are constantly working to make WM a great place to work and grow a career. ### We Are Always Working For A Sustainable Tomorrow® Our mission is to leave the world a better place than we found it by helping its inhabitants find purpose in becoming its caretakers. ### We Are People First The members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We foster an environment where all teammates feel welcomed, valued and seen. ### We Are Committed to Your Growth Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program, paid on-the-job training, and established career progression. ### We Are Stable From the front line to the corporate offices, our team members perform essential and meaningful work. ### We Are a Family At WM we are over 60,000 people - from many places and many backgrounds, and it is our amazing differences that make us stronger. ### We Are Investing in You Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more! Ready to roll with us? Click Apply to join the WM team today. What is the value of a WM Job? ### We Are Investing in You Ready to roll with us? I. ### Job Summary Operates several equipment types including but not limited to baler, front-end loader, bobcat, candensifier, or forklift to transport or bind paper or other loose materials to facilitate handling by performing the following duties. II. ### Essential Duties and Responsibilities Must be cross-trained and multi-functional on several equipment types including baler, loader, bobcat, candensifier, forklift, etc. Sorts and grades material. Fills and operates candensifier. Records materials or items received or distributed and marks materials with identifying information. Maintains inventory records. Compiles worksheets or tickets from customer specifications. Insures material is being fed properly onto conveyor. Coordinates flow of material. Starts baler up on time, reads monitor which displays functions of baler and reacts quickly to machine prompts and alarms, and ensure proper operation. Monitors and documents downtime. Insures safety around working areas. Checks quality of material before it is baled or shipped. Coordinates with MRF Manager to see what material needs to be baled or shipped. Performs routine maintenance and daily inspection on equipment such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning. Keeps supply of wire on hand for baler. Operates loader, forklift, bobcat, or other equipment to move material to designated area. Keeps surrounding work areas clean. Unloads, tags, and stacks material in proper rows by raising and lowering lifting device. Loads or unloads materials into or out of trailers and railcars. Moves material from baler. Dumps containers, bins, and gaylords of materials. Reads loading, unloading sheets and bills of ladings. Completes necessary load and unload tally sheets. Inspects and grades wastepaper that is received at plant. Ensures vehicle condition reports are filled out properly as required by corporate guidelines. Complies with all safety policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. III. ### Qualifications A. ### Required Qualifications 3 years of previous work experience. Manufacturing\Forklift Certification Upon Hire B. ### Preferred Qualifications High School Diploma or GED IV. Physical Requirements 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. ### Field This job operates in both inside gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity. This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies. V. ### Benefits At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 25, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 12, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 24 days - Location: Columbus, OH, United States - Work arrangement: On-site - Pay: $20-22[Apply on Waste Management’s careers site →](https://emcm.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_4001/job/2353886) ## More jobs at Waste Management ### [Box Truck Driver](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/waste-management/jobs/a01edaaa4eb340e6335b/) Columbus, OH, United States ### [CNG Technician - First Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/waste-management/jobs/c3d39be6f47249347d11/) Columbus, OH, United States ### [Area Manager, Recycling Operations](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/waste-management/jobs/e745048045e0a678e50e/) Kitchener, ON, Canada ### [Baler Operator - Benefits Day 1 & Pay Weekly](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/waste-management/jobs/d7e7e2bf6b3897b10910/) Milwaukee, WI, United States ### [Business Analyst III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/waste-management/jobs/2df4f5b93d1cfa454e4a/) Houston, TX, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Product Associate - Small Business Lending](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/c324e12cda1eb4c64df8/) JPMorganChase · Columbus, OH, United States ### [MRF Heavy Eqp Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/republic-services/jobs/e353f38f5a6f3674f9c3/) Republic Services · Kuna, Idaho ### [MRF Heavy Eqp Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/republic-services/jobs/ac95a643cf51e38d972b/) Republic Services · Corpus Christi, Texas ### [Strategic Sourcing Catagory Management Manager - Fixtures AND Small Equipment](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kroger/jobs/f5383ba2fccf50fcc6cf/) Kroger · Cincinnati, OH, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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