Container Shop Welder - Benefits Day 1 & Possible Overtime

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)Savage, MN
$23 - $25Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, applies appropriate welds to fabricate or repair compactors, containers and carts. This role performs minor repairs and applies basic welding processes. It involves repairing compactors, containers, and carts, as well as performing preventive maintenance inspections, diagnostic and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems on compactors. The position requires proficiency in various welding processes such as arc welding, gas welding, aluminum welding, brazing, and soft soldering on a variety of materials. Additionally, the role includes conducting safety checks on compactors and containers, completing required paperwork using fleet maintenance software, assisting senior welders, performing service calls for compactor repair, and related metal and plastic work. The welder must perform all work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs), work from prints, drawings, and verbal instructions, perform standard layouts and set-ups, and utilize standard shop tools and equipment. Maintaining a clean and safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards and performing all work in accordance with established safety procedures are also key aspects of this role.

Requirements

  • 2 years of previous experience

Responsibilities

  • Performs minor repairs and applies basic welding processes.
  • Repairs compactors, containers and carts.
  • Performs preventive maintenance inspections, diagnostic and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems on compactors.
  • Qualified in the welding processes such as arc welding, gas welding, aluminum welding, brazing, and soft soldering on a variety of materials.
  • Conducts safety checks on compactors and containers.
  • Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing compactors and containers, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
  • Assists senior welders in the completion of project work.
  • Performs service calls for compactor repair.
  • Performs related work such as flame cutting, bending, forming, beveling, notching of metal and plastic parts.
  • Performs all work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
  • Works from prints, drawings and verbal instructions.
  • Performs standard layouts and set-ups of dimensions and tolerances.
  • Utilizes standard shop hand tools, measuring devices and equipment.
  • Performs other maintenance related work as required.
  • Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards.
  • Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Company matching on a 401(k)
  • Paid vacation
  • Holidays
  • Personal days
  • Annual Education Assistance Benefit
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