Laborer/Spotter

Republic Services; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Spotter to safely direct vehicle drivers at our Washington state landfill/transfer station. The role involves inspecting loads, enforcing safety rules, and coordinating with equipment operators.

The Spotter may also assist with general labor tasks and site maintenance as needed. The successful candidate will have at least one year of experience around heavy machinery, strong safety awareness, and a proven ability to follow schedules and company policies.

Qualifications

• One year of previous experience working around heavy machinery.
• Ability to adhere to work schedule and follow through on challenges.
• Promotes the Company's safety standards and works with honesty and trustworthiness.
• Takes pride in work and strives to meet all goals.

Responsibilities

• Direct vehicles to the proper area of the facility based on the site fill plan; direct trucks in and out of the site in inclement weather.
• Inspect incoming loads for unacceptable waste; remove unsegregated items before disposal.
• Communicate with equipment operators regarding loads that require special attention.
• Follow guidelines for completing daily closing tasks.
• May perform general labor duties such as site clean-up and yard work.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy machinery experience

Safety awareness

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Spotter is responsible for safely and efficiently directing the vehicle drivers to the proper areas, based on site fill plan, of the landfill, transfer station or recycling centers, ensuring that publicly-posted safety rules are followed. The position inspects incoming loads for unacceptable waste, removing such items before disposal at the site. The Spotter may also perform general laborer duties, including site clean-up, yard work and building maintenance, as necessary.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow all Company safety policies and procedures, including the proper manner in which to approach oncoming vehicles; make eye contact with drivers to ensure signals are understood; maintain use of personal protective equipment at all times.
• Enforce publicly-posted safety rules and unposted safety standards at all times.
• Direct vehicles to the proper area of the facility based on the site fill plan; direct trucks in and out of the site in inclement weather.
• Inspect incoming loads for unacceptable waste; remove unsegregated items, including tires, batteries and other unacceptable materials prior to disposal at the site.
• Communicate with equipment operators regarding incoming loads of special waste or other loads that require special attention.
• Follow guidelines and procedures for completing daily closing tasks.
• May perform general labor duties on an as-needed basis, including site clean-up, yard work and building maintenance.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• One year of previous experience working around heavy machinery.
• Ability to adhere to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
• Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules that are set forth; promotes the Company's safety standards; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
• Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals.

Starting Rate: $21/hr USD

Pay Range: The pay range for this position is $17.13 to $20.52* which reflects the minimum wage in multiple jurisdictions. The actual range will depend on the locality in which you are hired.

Bonus Plan Details (if applicable):

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Benefits https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits
• Washington PTO: https://www.republicservices.com/sites/default/files/legacy_documents/Washington-PTO-Table.pdf

The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services' commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

In 2025, Republic's total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.

Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.