Waste Connections

Day Shift Tip Floor Analyzer (Tacoma, WA)

2115-Recovery 1 MRF Full time

Recovery 1, a Waste Connections company, is hiring a Tip Floor Analyzer to support safe and efficient operations at our Tacoma construction and demolition (C&D) recycling facility.

This role monitors incoming loads, identifies contaminants, directs traffic, and performs general labor tasks that help keep materials moving through the recycling process. This position is fast-paced, hands-on, and essential to maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm

Starting Pay: $22.00 to $26.00/HR, depending on experience

Key Responsibilities:

Tip Floor Analysis:

  • Inspect incoming loads for contaminants, prohibited items, and safety risks.
  • Identify and classify materials to ensure they are routed correctly for processing.
  • Communicate hazards or unusual materials to operators and leadership.
  • Direct customer and truck traffic safely through the tipping floor.
  • Maintain clear communication with equipment operators to prevent congestion and hazards.
  • Monitor the movement of vehicles around heavy equipment.
  • Assist with debris cleanup and maintain a safe and organized work area.
  • Support sorting activities as needed to help keep materials flowing.
  • Perform additional site tasks at the direction of supervisors.

Work Environment:

This position works in an active industrial recycling facility and may include exposure to:

  • Varying weather conditions in both indoor and outdoor areas.
  • Dust, dirt, wood, metal, and other construction debris.
  • Strong or unpleasant odors common in recycling environments.
  • Rodents or insects, which can be present in C&D and waste-handling facilities.
  • High-noise areas with frequent movement of heavy equipment.
  • Standing, walking, bending, and climbing stairs for extended periods.
  • Handling and moving materials up to 50–75 lbs.

All required personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided, and employees are expected to follow site safety protocols at all times.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Ability to work safely around heavy equipment in a high-traffic industrial environment.
  • Comfortable standing, walking, and climbing stairs for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift 50–75 lbs unassisted.
  • Valid driver's license and clear driving record
  • Ability to work in varying indoor/outdoor conditions.
  • Reliable attendance and ability to work overtime if needed.
  • SAFETY SENSITIVE: YES

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in recycling, construction, warehouse, or C&D environments.
  • Familiarity with material types commonly found in C&D loads.
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/why-waste-connections

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