Job Description

Join Our Team at LRI - Sales Road Composting/ Recycling – a Waste Connections Company! We’re looking for an Equipment Operator to join our team at the LRI Sales Road Composting/ Recycling in Lakewood, WA. If you're ready for a hands-on, outdoor role where you can make a real difference in the community, this is the opportunity for you! Who We Are: At Pierce County Recycling, Composting, and Disposal (LRI), we’re committed to providing environmentally safe waste disposal and recycling services to residents and businesses. We take pride in exceeding environmental and safety standards, ensuring we make a positive impact every day. Why LRI? Impactful, Stable, Year-Round Work: As an Equipment Operator, you’ll play a key role in supporting site operations and meeting your community’s waste management needs—with consistent, year-round employment you can count on. Union Position & Competitive Pay: Starting at $30.12 per hour (80% of the union contract rate), you’ll earn $33.89 per hour (90%) after 6 months and $37.65 per hour (100%) after one year. Hours: Mon- Tues 5:30-4:00pm and Thurs-Fri 5:30-4:00pm (off Wednesdays and the site is closed on Sat/Sun) Safety-First & Growth Opportunities: Our company values safety above all else and offers plenty of opportunities for skill development and career growth. What You’ll Do: Safely operate heavy equipment, including front-end loaders, excavators, skid steers, top picks, slow-speed grinders, tub grinders, and yard vehicles to move cans around the site. Assist in unloading and loading materials. Perform regular equipment inspections and maintenance to keep everything running smoothly. Direct traffic around the facility to ensure safety and order. Monitor potential hazards and maintain a clean, organized site. Offer excellent customer service when interacting with community and team members. What We’re Looking For: Previous experience operating heavy equipment (compactors, dozers, excavators, and graders). Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted. Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions. A strong commitment to safety and attention to detail. Must have good communication skills and the ability to work well with others; English proficiency is required for safety purposes, and Spanish-speaking skills are a plus. Must be able to work in environments with dust, loud noises, odors, and other conditions commonly found at a composting and recycling facility.

SAFETY SENSITIVE: YES

This position is represented by Local 612. Terms and conditions of employment, including wages, benefits, and working conditions, are covered by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Ready to make a difference? If you’re looking for a stable union position where you can grow, contribute, and work in a team-oriented environment, we’d love to hear from you! To be considered for any of our current openings, you must complete an application at Once you select your position of interest, you will find application information and additional instructions. Waste Connections is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. Waste Connections

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Hourly pay, Contract work, Local area, Outdoor,

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