Yard Laborer / Recycling Operations

lautenbachrecycling; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid sick time

Paid vacation time

Paid holidays

401(k) eligibility after one year

Job summary

Lautenbach Recycling is seeking a Yard Laborer to support daily operations at our Bakerview facility. This hands-on role focuses on sorting, material handling, and maintaining a clean, safe yard environment while learning the recycling process.

The position offers exposure to industrial operations, outdoor work, and opportunities to grow into equipment and operations roles over time as you gain experience and demonstrate reliability.

Qualifications

• Willingness to perform physical, hands-on work outdoors.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety rules and procedures.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, industrial environment.
• Good awareness and attention to surroundings.

Responsibilities

• Perform general yard labor including sorting, cleanup, and material handling.
• Assist with moving, staging, and organizing recyclable materials.
• Support material flow throughout the yard and processing areas.
• Help stack and stage finished materials for shipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Work alongside team members to support daily production needs.
• Follow all safety procedures related to yard operations and equipment.
• Assist operators and learn various aspects of recycling and processing over time.

Skills

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift (preferred)

Job description

Yard Laborer / Recycling Operations

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to get into the recycling industry, learn the business from the ground up, and grow into equipment and operations roles over time.

• Perform general yard labor including sorting, cleanup, and material handling
• Assist with moving, staging, and organizing recyclable materials
• Support material flow throughout the yard and processing areas
• Help stack and stage finished materials for shipment
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Work alongside team members to support daily production needs
• Follow all safety procedures related to yard operations and equipment
• Assist operators and learn various aspects of recycling and processing over time

Required Qualifications

• Willingness to perform physical, hands-on work outdoors
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to follow instructions, safety rules, and procedures
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, industrial environment
• Good awareness and attention to surroundings

Preferred (Not Required)

• Prior labor, construction, warehouse, or yard experience
• Forklift experience or willingness to learn
• Interest in learning recycling operations and equipment

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Industrial recycling yard environment
• Exposure to outdoor weather, noise, dust, and moving equipment
• Standing, walking, climbing, and working on uneven surfaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without reasonable accommodation

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance paid for by the company
• Paid sick time
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• L&I Taxes paid 100% by the employer (more take home pay for you)
• 401(k) eligibility after one (1) year

Additional Information

Employment Status: Employment is at-will unless otherwise stated in writing.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Lautenbach Recycling is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Drug-Free Workplace: Employment contingent on compliance with company substance abuse policies.

Wage: $19 - $23/hour DOE to start

Essential Functions

Lautenbach Recycling is hiring a Yard Laborer to support daily operations at our Bakerview facility. This role focuses on hands-on yard work, material handling, and learning the overall flow of recycling operations.