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.