General Laborer

Build a Career with Waste Connections

Hidden Valley Transfer Station, a Waste Connections company, is seeking a dependable, safety-mindedGeneral Laborerto join our team in Puyallup, WA.

​Starting Pay: $22.00-$23.50/hourFull-TimeSunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday | 7:30 AM-6:00 PM with opportunities for overtime.

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.

Why Join Our Team?

• Starting pay of$22.00-$23.50 per hour
• Consistent4-day workweek
• 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

What You'll Do

• Direct customer and commercial vehicle traffic throughout the facility
• Greet and assist customers in a professional and friendly manner
• Answer questions regardingsite operationsand 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?

Our most successful employees:

• Have 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
• Are 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 AttendantPositions
• 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.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's licenserequired
• Good driving record required
• Ability to safely operate company vehicles
• Strongcustomer serviceand 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 assafety-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

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, and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, long-term and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401 (k) retirement plan, and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future."

A link to our benefits overview can be found here:https://careers.wasteconnections.com/us/en/benefits

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