Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Spotter/Laborer
Direct trucks, inspect loads, and perform site labor at waste facilities.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Spotter is responsible for safely and efficiently directing vehicle drivers to the proper areas of a landfill, transfer station, or recycling center based on the site fill plan, while ensuring all publicly posted safety rules are followed. The role also inspects incoming loads for unacceptable waste and removes prohibited items before disposal, and may perform general labor duties such as site clean‑up, yard work, and building maintenance as needed. Key duties include adhering to all Company safety policies, making eye contact with drivers to confirm signals, and consistently using personal protective equipment. The Spotter enforces both posted and unposted safety standards, directs vehicles to designated areas even in inclement weather, inspects loads for items like tires and batteries, and communicates special waste requirements to equipment operators. Daily closing tasks are completed according to guidelines, and additional labor tasks are performed on an as‑needed basis. • Safely direct vehicles to designated areas using the site fill plan, including during inclement weather • Inspect incoming loads and remove prohibited items such as tires, batteries, and other unsegregated waste • Communicate special waste requirements to equipment operators and follow daily closing procedures • Enforce all posted and unposted safety regulations while maintaining required personal protective equipment • Perform general labor tasks like site clean‑up, yard work, and building maintenance as needed
Key Responsibilities
- ▸vehicle direction
- ▸load inspection
- ▸safety enforcement
- ▸ppe compliance
- ▸site cleanup
- ▸waste communication
What You Bring
• One year of experience working around heavy machinery is required
Requirements
- ▸heavy machinery
- ▸1 year
Benefits
Applicants should have at least one year of experience working around heavy machinery and be able to follow work schedules and Company policies with honesty and trustworthiness. They must demonstrate pride in their work and a commitment to achieving goals. Compensation ranges from $18.65 to $21.00 per hour with weekly paychecks, and the position includes a competitive benefits package. • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • Health care and dependent care spending accounts • Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment coverage • 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) • Access to additional benefits information via company website • Competitive hourly wage ranging from $18.65 to $21.00 with weekly paychecks • Opportunity to work for a company recognized for sustainability, ethics, and workplace excellence
Work Environment
Onsite