
Welder and Equipment Maintenance Technician
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Job overview
WM is hiring a Welder and Equipment Maintenance Technician. Under general supervision, the welder and equipment maintenance technician applies appropriate welds to fabricate or repair compactors, containers and carts, performs preventive maintenance inspections, conducts safety checks, completes paperwork using fleet maintenance software, and maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
Key focus areas include Perform minor repairs and apply basic welding processes, Repair compactors, containers and carts, and Perform preventive maintenance inspections, diagnostic and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems on compactors.
Successful candidates bring 2 Years Of Previous Experience. Important skills include Arc Welding, Gas Welding, Aluminum Welding, Brazing, Soft Soldering, and Preventive Maintenance Inspections. Preferred (not required): Electrical Systems and Hydraulic Systems.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
SHIFT: Monday-Friday 7am - 3:30pm
Starting Pay rate: $20+/hr. Based on experience
I. Job Summary
Under general supervision, applies appropriate welds to fabricate or repair compactors, containers and carts.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Performs minor repairs and applies basic welding processes.
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Repairs compactors, containers and carts.
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Performs preventive maintenance inspections, diagnostic and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems on compactors.
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Qualified in the welding processes such as arc welding, gas welding, aluminum welding, brazing, and soft soldering on a variety of materials.
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Conducts safety checks on compactors and containers.
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Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing compactors and containers, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
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Assists senior welders in the completion of project work.
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Performs service calls for compactor repair.
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Performs related work such as flame cutting, bending, forming, beveling, notching of metal and plastic parts.
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Performs all work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
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Works from prints, drawings and verbal instructions.
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Performs standard layouts and set-ups of dimensions and tolerances.
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Utilizes standard shop hand tools, measuring devices and equipment.
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Performs other maintenance related work as required.
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Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards.
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Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
III. Qualifications
A. Required Qualifications
- 2 years of previous experience
B. Preferred Qualifications
- Electrical & Hydraulic Experience Preferred IV. Physical RequirementsListed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies.V. Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
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Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
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