**Murrey’s Disposal, a Waste Connections Company** **Location:** Fife, Washington **Job Type:** Full-Time **Pay:** $25.00 – $26.00 per hour **Schedule:** Monday–Friday, starting between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM (9–11 hour shifts, overtime as needed) **Safety Sensitive Position:** Yes **Join a Leading Waste Management Team in Washington State** Murrey’s Disposal, a trusted name in environmental services and a proud member of the Waste Connections family, is seeking a **skilled and safety-focused Equipment Operator** to join our **Transfer Station team in Fife, WA** . This is a hands-on, outdoor role where you’ll operate heavy equipment to support essential waste management operations that serve the local community. If you’re looking for a **stable, full-time job in Pierce County** with great pay, a strong safety culture, and the opportunity to make a real impact, we want to hear from you! **Key Responsibilities** + Operate heavy equipment including: + Grizzly excavator + Skid steer + Yard goat (for hosteling trailers) + Forklift + Load and unload materials efficiently and safely + Conduct daily equipment inspections and perform minor maintenance + Direct traffic flow within the transfer station to ensure safety + Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment + Monitor site conditions and report any safety concerns + Collaborate with team members to meet daily operational goals + Accurately document equipment usage, incidents, and site conditions + Provide courteous and professional service to truck drivers and visitors **Qualifications** + Prior experience operating heavy equipment (required) + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted + Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions + Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail + Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team + Must be able to speak and understand English for safety purposes; Spanish is a plus + Ability to work in environments with dust, noise, and odors typical of a transfer station **Why Join Murrey’s Disposal?** + Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities + Stable, year-round employment + Supportive team environment with a strong safety-first culture + Opportunity to grow within a leading waste management company + Make a meaningful impact in your local community 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.