Industrial Welder – Containers & Compactor Fabrication

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; New Castle (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumpke Waste and Recycling in New Castle, IN is seeking an experienced welder to repair containers, fleet vehicles, and compactors in a shop and field setting. You will fabricate, weld, cut, and install components using MIG, ARC, and plasma equipment.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork, with opportunities to operate overhead cranes and read welding blueprints, while contributing to customer service and quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MIG/ARC and stick welding.
• One year welding and cutting experience or completion of a technical training program.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding, grinding, cutting, torching, drilling and fabrication on containers and equipment.
• Grind metal parts after welding.
• Weld steel using MIG and ARC welding equipment.
• Fabricate steel components on containers.
• Cut steel using plasma cutter or various saws.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with standards.
• Operate standard shop tools and measuring devices.
• Install lids, wheels and lock setups on containers.
• Assist with compactor installations as needed.
• Communicate effectively with customers and coworkers.

Skills

Welding

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift operation

Education

General Education Diploma or better

High School diploma or better

Tools

Plasma cutter

Overhead crane

Aerial platforms

Job description

Rumpke Waste and Recycling in New Castle, IN is seeking an experienced welder to repair containers, fleet vehicles, and compactors in a shop and field setting. You will fabricate, weld, cut, and install components using MIG, ARC, and plasma equipment.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork, with opportunities to operate overhead cranes and read welding blueprints, while contributing to customer service and quality workmanship.