General Laborer - 4-Day Work Week - Puyallup, WA
Hidden Valley Transfer Station, a Waste Connections company, is seeking a dependable, safety-minded General Laborer to join our team in Puyallup, WA.
Pay
$22.00-$23.50/hour
Schedule
Full-Time
Wednesday-Saturday | 7:30 AM-6:00 PM with opportunities for overtime
About the role
This hands-on outdoor position plays an important role in keeping our facility operating safely and efficiently. You'll assist customers, direct traffic, keep the site clean, and help ensure a positive experience for everyone who visits our facility. We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys helping people, and wants stable, long-term employment with opportunities for growth.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunities for Advancement and Internal Promotion
- Stable, year-round employment with an industry leader
- Safety-focused work environment
Responsibilities
- Direct customer and commercial vehicle traffic throughout the facility
- Greet and assist customers in a professional and friendly manner
- Answer questions regarding site operations and disposal areas
- Maintain safe traffic flow within the transfer station
- Pick up litter and perform general site cleanup
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe facility
- Identify and report safety concerns
- Operate company vehicles as authorized
- Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety standards
- Perform other duties as assigned
What Makes Someone Successful in This Role?
- Strong attendance and reliability
- Enjoy working outdoors and staying active
- Take safety seriously
- Communicate professionally with customers and coworkers
- Work well independently and as part of a team
- Take pride in maintaining a clean and safe workplace
- Interested in building a long-term career, not just finding their next job
Is This Position Right for You?
This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy active, outdoor work and interacting with people throughout the day. You may be a great fit if you have experience in:
- General Labor
- Construction
- Landscaping
- Grounds Maintenance
- Manufacturing
- Warehouse Operations
- Yard Attendant Positions
- Site Operations
- Traffic Control
- Public Works
- Delivery Driving
- Equipment Operations
No waste industry experience is required. We will train motivated candidates who demonstrate a strong work ethic, dependability, and commitment to safety.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
This is an active outdoor position that requires employees to:
- Stand and walk for extended periods, up to 10-hour shifts
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including rain, heat, cold, wind, and dust
- Frequently bend, stoop, twist, push, pull, and reach
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Work safely around moving vehicles and heavy equipment
- Maintain awareness of surroundings in a busy operational environment
This position may not be the right fit for individuals seeking remote work, indoor work environments, or seasonal employment.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license required
- Good driving record required
- Ability to safely operate company vehicles
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
Safety-Sensitive Position
This position has been designated as safety-sensitive. Candidates receiving a conditional offer of employment must successfully complete:
- Pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana
- Criminal background check
- Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review