Laborer Helper

Waste Connections of Canada Inc.

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3105-SWANCC Transfer Until 9/21/2026 First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

Groot Industries, a subsidiary of Waste Connections, is looking for a safety conscious Laborer to join the team at our SWANCC Transfer Station in Des Plaines, IL.

  • In this position you will be occasionally operating and moving equipment such as forklifts, skid steers, compactors, and other light equipment. 

  • Helping out throughout the yard as needed and assisting customers.

  • Other job related duties as assigned.

This is a physical job working outside in all weather conditions. 

Monday-Friday day shift with occasional Saturdays.

Job Requirements –

  • Ability to lift 50lbs repeatedly throughout the day.

  • Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

Pay is $20.00 per hour plus overtime after 40 hours.

Apply today and Connect with Your Future!

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement.

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

About this role

Summary

Assist with equipment, yard tasks, and customer service at transfer station.

Job title

Laborer Helper

Experience level

none

Industry

waste management

Location requirements

Work at SWANCC Transfer Station in Illinois, onsite work only.

Salary

$20.00 per hour plus overtime after 40 hours

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

lift 50lbsoutdoor work

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

safetyequipment operationyard work
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site