Equipment Operator & Scale House Attendant San Juan Operations - Friday Harbor, WA

Lautenbach Recycling•Friday Harbor, WA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Join Lautenbach Recycling as a Transfer Station Equipment Operator & Scale House Attendant at our San Juan Transfer Station in Friday Harbor! This role is ideal for someone who enjoys operating equipment, working with customers, and keeping daily operations running smoothly in a team-focused environment. At Lautenbach Recycling, we're more than just a recycling company — we're a locally owned business with deep roots in Washington State since 1991. As the largest locally owned recycler in the state, we take pride in serving our communities and supporting our employees.

Requirements

Experience operating heavy equipment and machinery
Mechanically inclined with strong troubleshooting skills
Comfortable using computers for scale house operations
Strong communication and customer service skills
Ability to lift heavy parts and work in a physically demanding environment
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
High school diploma or GED
Reliable, flexible, and safety-focused with a team-oriented mindset

Responsibilities

Operating heavy equipment to process and load residential garbage, recycling, and construction & demolition debris
Loading materials for off-island recycling transport
Operating the scale house, including weighing vehicles, processing transactions, and accurate data entry
Assisting customers and patrons with a friendly, helpful, and professional attitude
Handling basic customer transactions and answering questions
Performing daily safety inspections and basic equipment maintenance
Driving large trucks and equipment safely around the facility
Maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment
Working collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth daily operations