Welder

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Welder / Fabricator to join our shop team. In this role, you will play a key part in keeping our fleet and waste management equipment operating safely and efficiently. You will focus primarily on fabricating, repairing, and maintaining waste compactors, container dumpsters, and fleet vehicles.

If you are a self-motivated professional with strong metalworking skills, a great work ethic, and a dedication to quality workmanship, we want to hear from you!

What We Offer (Our Investment in You!)

We believe that taking care of our team is the foundation of our growth. To support you and your family, we offer:

• Consistent Overtime: Steady year-round work with an average 50-hour workweek to maximize your earnings.
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (~50 hours/week)
• Comp rate: Starting at $25/hour + based on experience with OT after 40 hours.
• Paid Time Off: 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to recharge and spend time with family.
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to keep you healthy.
• Flexible Medical Plans: 4 Medical Plan Options, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) featuring an employer contribution and match program.
• Financial Security: 401(k) Plan with an employer match to help you build secure long-term wealth.
• Paid Holidays: Paid holidays so you can celebrate what matters.
• Support Services: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing free, confidential counseling services for you and your household.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabrication & Repair: Perform welding, cutting, lay out, fabrication, grinding, and painting on compactors, dumpsters, roll-off containers, and fleet vehicles.
• Equipment Maintenance: Inspect equipment and structures to identify necessary repairs or modifications; prep surfaces and repair structural and non-structural components.
• Safety & Quality: Ensure all repairs meet company quality and safety standards while conforming to local, state, and federal regulations.
• Shop Support: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace in the shop and on job sites; manage basic shop supplies and report tool/equipment maintenance needs to leadership.
• Documentation: Keep accurate daily service and work order records.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in welding, steel fabrication, or metal repair (heavy equipment or waste management equipment experience is a plus).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MIG/Stick welding, torch cutting, plasma cutting, and metal prep/grinding techniques.
• Certifications: Basic welding certification is preferred, but strong practical experience will be heavily considered.
• Driver's License: Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or standard driver's license preferred.
• Tools: Must possess basic personal hand tools and personal protective equipment (e.g., welding helmet/shield, standard hand wrenches).
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, bend, lift/move heavy materials (up to 50 lbs regularly, occasionally more), and work comfortably in shop environments.

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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.