Welder Technician - 1st Shift - Benefits Day1

Waste Management, Inc. (WM)•Madison, IL
•$25 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Welder Technician applies appropriate welds to fabricate or repair compactors, containers, and carts. The role also includes minor repairs, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems on compactors. The technician works from prints, drawings, and verbal instructions; performs layouts and setups to specified dimensions and tolerances; and completes work within Standard Repair Times. The position is onsite and works Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The listed expected base pay is $25 per hour; the posting also states pay of $25.50 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

  • Two years of previous experience.
  • The preferred-candidate section lists electrical knowledge and experience.
  • The preferred-candidate section lists a welding certification or two years of welding experience.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

  • Electrical knowledge and experience.
  • Welding certification or two years of welding experience.

Responsibilities

  • Perform minor repairs and apply basic welding processes.
  • Repair compactors, containers, and carts.
  • Perform preventive maintenance inspections and diagnose and repair electrical and hydraulic systems on compactors.
  • Use welding processes such as arc welding, gas welding, aluminum welding, brazing, and soft soldering on a variety of materials.
  • Conduct safety checks on compactors and containers.
  • Complete required paperwork in fleet maintenance software, documenting parts usage and repair times.
  • Assist senior welders with project work.
  • Perform service calls for compactor repair.
  • Perform related work such as flame cutting, bending, forming, beveling, and notching metal and plastic parts.
  • Complete work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
  • Work from prints, drawings, and verbal instructions.
  • Perform standard layouts and setups to specified dimensions and tolerances.
  • Use standard shop hand tools, measuring devices, and equipment.
  • Perform other maintenance-related work as required.
  • Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
  • Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance.
  • Dental insurance.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Life insurance.
  • Short-term disability coverage.
  • Company stock purchase plan.
  • Company matching on a 401(k).
  • Paid vacation.
  • Paid holidays.
  • Personal days.
  • 100% tuition paid for benefits-eligible employees.
  • Established career progression.
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