About this role
Recovery One, a Waste Connections company, seeks a Night Shift Tarper / Small Equipment Operator to support the safe and efficient movement of construction and demolition (C&D) materials at Recovery 1.
This hands-on role includes tarping and securing loads, assisting customers and drivers, operating small equipment, and performing general site labor. This is an active position in a fast-paced, high-volume industrial recycling environment.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 4:30 pm to 3:00 am Pay: $22-24 an hour + $1.00/HR night shift differential
Key Responsibilities:
Tarper Duties:
• Secure and tarp loads according to site and safety standards. • Inspect incoming and outgoing loads and alert leadership to hazards or issues. • Provide assistance to drivers with proper load preparation.
Small Equipment Operation:
• Operate small equipment (e.g., skid steers, forklifts, yard goats) to move materials safely and efficiently. • Support material flow throughout the site. • Maintain communication with tip floor staff and heavy equipment operators.
General Labor & Support:
• Assist with debris cleanup and maintaining safe pedestrian pathways. • Support tip floor traffic flow during peak volumes. • Follow all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and hazard-reporting procedures.
Environment / Working Conditions: Recovery 1 processes high volumes of construction and demolition materials. Employees should expect:
• Exposure to dust, debris, mud, and varying site conditions. • Indoor/outdoor work in heat, cold, rain, and wind. • Active wildlife and pest presence, which is common in open-air recycling and C&D environments. • High-traffic areas with frequent movement of customers, trucks, and heavy equipment. • Constant walking, standing, climbing, and lifting throughout the shift. • Required use of PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, high-visibility gear, gloves, etc.) at all times.
Minimum Requirements:
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs unassisted. • Ability to work safely around heavy equipment in a high-activity environment. • Reliable attendance and the ability to work the scheduled day shift. • Willingness to learn and operate small equipment (training provided). • Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior experience in recycling, C&D, warehouse, or construction environments. • Experience operating small equipment (forklift, skid steer, or similar). • Strong communication skills and teamwork approach. • Familiarity with daily equipment inspections and reporting maintenance issues promptly
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.