General Laborer (Gig Harbor, WA)
Waste Connections
•$22 - $24•Onsite
About The Position
As a Laborer, you will help maintain a safe, clean, and efficient transfer station while assisting customers and supporting daily site operations. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in construction, landscaping, warehouse operations, manufacturing, public works, recycling, waste management, or other physically active environments. This position works outdoors year-round and requires the ability to perform physically demanding tasks in varying weather conditions.
Requirements
- One year of stable work experience in a labor, customer service, warehouse, construction, landscaping, manufacturing, or similar environment
- Ability to regularly lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and perform physical work throughout the shift
- Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work outdoors in all seasons
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Responsibilities
- Perform general labor and site support duties at the transfer station and compost facility
- Complete litter collection, debris removal, and site cleanup activities
- Assist with maintaining environmental control systems, including stormwater, landfill gas, and leachate management systems
- Support daily facility operations as assigned
- Safely direct customer, commercial, and contractor traffic throughout the facility
- Help maintain a safe and efficient flow of vehicles entering and exiting the site
- Operate small equipment and tools after receiving appropriate training
- Identify and report safety concerns or operational issues
- Provide professional and courteous service to customers
- Explain site procedures and safety requirements
- Assist customers with navigating the facility safely and efficiently
- Serve as a positive representative of Waste Connections within the community
- Follow all company safety policies and procedures
- Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Maintain a safe work environment for employees, customers, and contractors
- Participate in safety meetings and training programs
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- a flexible spending account
- long-term and short-term disability insurance
- life insurance
- 401 (k) retirement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
