Rough Grader

Liberty Tire Recycling

Portland, OROn-siteFull time
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Portland, OR
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On-site
Job type
Full time
Posted
Oct 22
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Liberty Tire Recycling

Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing · 1,001 to 5,000 employees

At Liberty Tire Recycling, sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. As North America's leading tire recycler, we reclaim and repurpose over 4.7 billion pounds of rubber annually, keeping scrap tires out of landfills and transforming them into valuable, sustainable products.

With 50+ collection, processing, and manufacturing facilities and over 4,000 employees across the U.S. and Canada, we provide innovative recycling solutions that support a circular economy, reduce environmental impact, and promote a cleaner, greener future.

Our core values guide our mission: ✔ Safety – Sending everyone home safely, every day. ✔ People – Empowering individuals and fostering growth. ✔ Integrity – Doing the right thing, always. ✔ Innovation – Embracing change and leading the industry. ✔ Teamwork – Collaborating to drive success. ✔ Sustainability – Creating long-term value for our planet.

Beyond recycling, we actively support communities through tire cleanup initiatives, remediating 150+ dump sites since 2011. Our goal? 100% beneficial tire reuse by 2032.

Join us in Driving a Greener Tomorrow.

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What you'll do

  • The Rough Grader is responsible for inspecting, grading, and sorting used truck tires to ensure they meet company quality standards.
  • This role also involves maintaining accurate inventory counts and moving heavy tires throughout the facility.

What you need

  • Candidates must be able to lift up to 100 pounds repeatedly and work in varying weather conditions.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow safety procedures are required for this physically demanding role.

Key skills

Attention to detailInventory managementPhysical staminaHeavy liftingSafety complianceTire inspectionGradingSorting

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Perks

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

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About Us: Liberty Tire Recycling is a high-growth company and the premier provider of tire recycling services in North America with operations throughout the United States and Canada. Liberty Tire annually transforms more than 210 million tires into raw materials for smart, sustainable products that improve our environment and people’s lives. The Company is private equity owned, has approximately 60 sites in the US and Canada, and nearly 4,000 employees. With innovative tools, technologies and processes, Liberty Tire is a revolutionary American conservation enterprise – from coast to coast, and from whole tire to end products. The company’s commitment to finding new and better ways to RECLAIM, RECYCLE and REUSE bridges the sustainability goals of scrap tire generators nationwide with those of local scrap rubber consumers. Overview: The Rough Grader is responsible for inspecting and grading used truck tires prior to final processing. This role ensures that tires meet company quality standards by identifying defects and determining whether they qualify as usable products. Graders are trained to evaluate truck tire life and condition accurately. This individual will also sort truck tires by grade and maintain accurate inventory counts. This is a physically demanding position performed in all weather conditions and requires handling heavy truck tires. Duties and Responsibilities: * Load and unload truck tires from trucks * Inspect and determine the “grade” of used truck tires based on condition and usability * Sort truck tires by grade and maintain accurate inventory tracking * Move and handle large, heavy truck tires throughout the yard or facility * Maintain a clean and organized work area * Follow all safety procedures and guidelines * Other duties as assigned Skills and Abilities: * Strong attention to detail with the ability to inspect truck tires accurately and efficiently * Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment * Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds repeatedly throughout the day * Must be able to work in varying weather conditions * Must have steel toe boots Experience: * Prior experience in tire recycling, trucking, warehouse, or industrial environment is preferred but not required Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance EEO Statement: Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, 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.

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