General Laborer (Gig Harbor, WA)

LRI Purdy Transfer Station, a Waste Connections company, is seeking a full‑time Laborer to support operations. This position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient site for the community members who rely on our services. The work is highly physical, performed outdoors year‑round, and requires strong customer service skills, reliability, and a commitment to safety.

You’ll work in a busy outdoor industrial environment that can be dusty, muddy, wet, cold, hot, and occasionally odorous. As a visible representative of Waste Connections, you’ll interact with customers daily while supporting an essential public service. This is a long‑term career role with a stable company that values growth, professionalism, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Support

• Perform assigned labor duties at the transfer station and compost facility

• Conduct general site cleanup, housekeeping, and debris management

• Assist with maintaining site systems related to stormwater, landfill gas, and leachate control

Equipment & Traffic Management

• Operate small equipment as needed to support daily operations

• Flag and direct incoming traffic safely and efficiently

• Maintain safe vehicle and customer flow throughout the facility

Customer & Community Interaction

• Provide friendly, professional customer service to all site visitors

• Communicate clearly with customers regarding site rules, safety, and procedures

• Represent Waste Connections as a trusted and helpful member of the community

Environmental & Safety Awareness

• Work outdoors on your feet for the full shift in varying weather and environmental conditions

• Follow all safety protocols and contribute to a culture of accountability and safe practices

Qualifications

Minimum Education & Experience

• At least one year of consistent work experience, ideally in a role involving customer service

• Demonstrated ability to perform very physical labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs. regularly

• Ability to work outdoors year‑round in environments that may be dusty, smelly, muddy, cold, or hot

• Strong communication skills and a positive, team‑oriented attitude

• Excellent attendance and reliability are essential

LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Driver’s License: Required, with a safe and responsible driving record

• Safety Sensitive Position: This role is designated as Safety Sensitive

• Pre‑Employment Screening: Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and a pre‑employment background check

• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform sustained physical labor in a dynamic industrial environment, including lifting, bending, standing, and working outdoors in all weather conditions

• Work Environment Expectations: Must be able to work safely and effectively in a high‑traffic facility serving the public and local community

Compensation & Schedule

• This position follows a fixed Thursday–Monday schedule from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and weekend availability is required. Please apply only if you can commit to this set schedule.

• Overtime opportunities are available based on operational needs.

• Starting pay ranges from $21.00 to $23.00 per hour, with annual performance‑based increases.

About Waste Connections

Waste Connections is a nationwide waste and recycling company that takes care of millions of customers across the country. We keep communities clean, safe, and running smoothly, and we take great pride in our work. Our teams handle everything from collection and recycling to transfer stations, landfills, and compost facilities like Purdy.

As servant leaders, we treat our employees with respect, look out for one another, and work as a team. When you join Waste Connections, you’re not just taking a job - you’re building a career with a company that values hard work, reliability, and doing things the right way.

Being decentralized, we give our local teams the freedom to make decisions that work best for their community, while still offering the stability and benefits of a large, well‑established company. If you show up, work hard, and take pride in what you do, there are real opportunities to grow here.

Every employee plays an important role in serving the