Posted 21 days ago
Welder/Compactor Technician
New BedfordOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
Performs welding, electrical repair, sanding, and painting on trash containers and compactors; maintains a clean, safe work area and documents repair activities.
About this role
E.L. Harvey & Sons is looking for a Welder/Compactor Technician to join our team in New Bedford, MA.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am to 3:30
Rate: $28.00 to $30.00 per hour (Dependent on Experience)
As a Welder/Compactor Technician with us the minimum responsibilities are:
- Perform welding and electrical repair of trash containers and compactors.
- Perform sanding and painting of trash containers.
- Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate and OSHA standards.
- Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
- Ability to effectively communicate needed repairs or tasks.
What we need from you:
- Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
- Prior experience with electrical and hydraulic systems is highly preferred.
- Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
- Work environment may be indoors in a shop, or outdoors to repair containers in the yard. Usually well-lighted and ventilated. Sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and to handle greasy or dirty tools. These factors require following basic safety precautions.
- Respirator fit test required.
- Minimum 1 years of experience in MIG welding
What you’ll get from us:
- Competitive Compensation
- 401(K) with company match; let us help you save for your future
- Healthcare; Medical, Dental, Vision
- Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistance Mental Health Program, Emergency Travel Assistance, Prepaid Legal Plan, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Relief Fund
- Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.
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Skills
Electrical RepairHydraulic SystemsMIG WeldingOSHA Safety ProceduresPaintingParts Usage DocumentationRepair Time AccountingRespirator Fit TestSanding
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