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Waste Connections General Laborer Helper in Puyallup, Washington

We have an immediate opening for a Laborer at our LRI Hidden Valley Transfer Station, a Waste Connections company, in Puyallup, WA.

In this position, you'll wear many hats, with primary duties including flagging traffic, operating minor equipment, performing general labor, and assisting customers.

If you don’t mind getting your hands dirty and are a self-motivated, hardworking individual with good communication skills, we want to talk to you.

This is a full-time, year-round position with a great company. The schedule is Sunday through Wednesday, from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The position pays between $21.00 and $22.00 per hour.

Please do not call or stop by the local facility.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform various duties at the transfer station.

  • Flag and direct traffic coming through the facility.

  • Assist and interact with customers as needed.

  • Occasionally drive within the landfill, requiring a clear driving record and a valid driver’s license.

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • At least one year of experience in a physically demanding outdoor job.

  • Manage and work in environments with unpleasant odors.

  • The ability to stand outside for a 10-hour shift.

  • The capability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

  • Flexibility to work at multiple locations if required.

  • A high school diploma or equivalent.

  • A clear driving record and a valid driver’s license.

  • The ability to pass a drug screen and pre-employment background check, as this is a safety-sensitive role.

To be considered for any of our current openings, you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com. Once you select your position of interest, you will find application information and additional instructions.

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future". A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/why-waste-connections

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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