WME Express
Heavy Machinery Operator
WME Express is hiring a Heavy Machinery Operator in Thatcher, AZ. Posted October 16, 2026.
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Job at a glance
- Company
- WME Express
- Location
- Thatcher, AZ
- Employment
- Full-time
- Sector
- Operations & Manufacturing
- Posted
- October 16, 2026
- First scanned
- October 16, 2026
About the job
Heavy Machinery Operator
Location: Safford, AZ Pay: $32/hour Schedule: Full-Time | On-Site Join the Autonomous Vehicle movement with this job!!! Call 269-408-6738 7 AM to 5 PM daily
The Job
We are hiring an experienced Heavy Machinery Operator to operate and test large 20-ton mining vehicles. This position involves safely driving heavy equipment, completing inspections, and providing feedback to engineering teams.
What You’ll Do
- Operate and back 20-ton mining vehicles
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Complete DVIRs and report equipment issues
- Support vehicle hardware and software testing
- Provide feedback to engineers on vehicle performance
- Operate other fleet vehicles when needed
- Follow all safety and DOT requirements
Requirements
- 5+ years of heavy equipment operating experience
- Experience with rigid-frame or articulated haul trucks preferred
- Comfortable operating and backing large mining vehicles
- Clean driving record
- Able to pass background check, road test, drug test, MVR, and DOT physical
- Able to drive for extended periods
- CDL-A is a plus, but not required
- Interest in autonomous vehicle technology
Travel
Must be willing to travel up to 50%. Initial training may take place in Sunol, CA before working in Safford, AZ.