Welder

Rumpke Waste & Recycling•Lakeside Park, KY

About The Position

Welders repair containers, fleet vehicles, and compactors in a shop environment and assist with compactor installations in the field. The work includes fabricating, sanding, grinding, cutting, torching, drilling, welding, and repairing company or customer containers, compactors, and related equipment. Welders may also place containers or compactor equipment. The role requires safe work in compliance with applicable regulations and company policies, maintaining a clean and safe work area, completing paperwork using computer systems, and interacting professionally with customers, clients, coworkers, and management. The position does not manage employees. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Excellent welding and mechanical aptitude.
Ability to learn cutting torch skills to use a plasma cutter.
Knowledge of small shop tools.
Ability to operate a forklift or skid steer safely.
Good communication skills.
Basic understanding of OSHA safety standards and shop safety practices.
Basic computer skills.
1–2 years of welding and cutting experience, or participation in or graduation from a technical training program.
Legally eligible to work in the United States.
Valid driver’s license, if applicable.
Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
Must be able to read and speak English.
Ability to travel between offices as required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of MIG/ARC and stick welding.

Responsibilities

Perform sanding, grinding, cutting, torching, drilling, welding, fabrication, and repair work on containers, compactors, and fleet vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable regulations and company policies.
Weld steel using MIG and ARC welding equipment.
Fabricate steel components.
Cut steel using a plasma cutter, circular saw, band saw, chop saw, torch, or nibbler.
Perform related work such as flame cutting, bending, forming, beveling, and notching metal and plastic parts.
Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with Company, ANSI, and OSHA standards.
Complete required paperwork using computer systems.
Use standard shop hand tools, measuring devices, and equipment.
Install lids, wheels, and lock setups on containers as needed.
Paint repaired or new containers as needed.
Assist with compactor installations as needed.
Assist with other shop projects or areas as needed.
Interact professionally with customers, clients, coworkers, and management.
Complete hydraulic component repairs as needed.
Use small equipment, overhead crane lifting devices, or aerial platforms as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.