Stick Welder / Fabricator

Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment•Clinton, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment is hiring a field-based Stick Welder / Fabricator in Clinton, Maryland. The role focuses on stick welding and fabrication during installations of compactors, chutes, balers, and related equipment. Work involves used, dirty, and weathered metal and is performed alongside the installation team. A company-provided take-home service van is provided. Welding is the primary focus initially, with the opportunity to learn the compactor technician side of the work and grow into a Compactor Technician role. The position offers competitive hourly pay of $32–$39, based on experience and skill level, which is assessed by the hiring manager during an in-person interview. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The employer offers ongoing training and professional development, along with medical, dental, and vision benefits, PTO, and a 401(k) with company match. Applicants must have their own tools, including a welding helmet, and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record. The role requires frequent kneeling, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, and reaching; lifting and moving up to 50 pounds without assistance; entering and exiting various vehicles; and working in small or tight spaces. Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform the job’s essential functions safely.

Requirements

Strong hands-on stick welding and fabrication experience.
Ability to work with used, dirty, and weathered metal.
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
Must have own tools, including a welding helmet.
Valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle record.
Ability to frequently kneel, bend, squat, push, pull, and reach.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Ability to get into and out of various vehicles without assistance.
Comfort working in small or tight spaces.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to safely perform essential job functions, follow safety instructions, communicate with customers and team members, and complete job-related documentation.

Nice To Haves

Experience welding on compactors, cans, chutes, balers, or similar equipment.
Experience with electrical troubleshooting or hydraulics.

Responsibilities

Perform stick welding during compactor, chute, baler, and related equipment installations.
Weld and fabricate on used, dirty, and weathered metal.
Work alongside the installation team to complete quality welding and fabrication work.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
Take initiative, work independently, and take pride in the quality of work.
Learn additional aspects of compactor equipment over time with the opportunity to grow into the Compactor Technician role.