Welder 1

Job Description:

Description

Wastequip’s mobile division has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our Lithia Springs, GA Service operation. Wastequip WRX provides repair services and maintenance.

Pay Range : $24.00 - $34.95 (based on experience)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• •Lays out, positions, and secures parts and assemblies according to specifications,
• •On the road doing jobs at client sites
• •Automotive/Class 8 truck chassis hydraulic schematic and pressure evaluation.
• •Maintains vehicle functional condition by listening to operator complaints; conducting inspections; repairing engine failures; repairing mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions; replacing parts and components; repairing body damage.
• •Verifies vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
• •Complies with state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
• •Maintains vehicle appearance by cleaning, washing, and painting.
• •Maintains vehicle records by recording service and repairs.
• •Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• •Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.
• •Increase job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• •Ability to lift 50lbs plus, bend, stoop, kneel and climb ladders.
• •Above all, must be able to work closely with co-workers or other team members.
• •Looking for the right individuals that show integrity, in self and in their work.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

Required

3-5 years of Welding AND fabrication experience required.

• •Ability to read and comprehend verbal and written instructions
• •Interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications
• •Proficiency with tape measure (measure and mark materials)

Preferred

• •3-5 years’ experience as a Truck or Heavy equipment mechanic a plus
• •Able to troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic components a plus
• •Chassis prep experience a plus
• •General mechanical abilities with Diesel Trucks or Heavy Construction Equipment would be a plus
• •Refuse (Waste Truck) experience is a plus

Company Benefits:

2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up

Medical Plans

Prescription (Rx) Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)

Health Care FSA

Dependent Care FSA

Company Paid Base Life Insurance

Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance

Company Paid Disability Insurance

▪ Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance

401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match

Voluntary Pet Insurance

Vacation and Personal/Sick Time

Paid Grandparent Leave

Paid Bonding Leave

Adoption Assistance

Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)

About Wastequip

Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.

While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.