Maintenance Mechanic & Welder

Covanta; Village of Westbury (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Job summary

Reworld is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic & Welder to perform mechanical, maintenance, and repair work on rotating machinery and equipment. Responsibilities include pump work, gearbox changes, pipe installations, and boiler-related welding.

The role requires strong welding skills, blueprint literacy, and attention to safety. The position demands five years in Millwright/Boilermaker work, a high school diploma or GED, and readiness for overtime on a rotating on‑call schedule.

Qualifications

• Five years' experience in Millwright and Boilermaker fields.
• High School Diploma or GED required; technical or apprenticeship training is a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform welding to NBIC/code specs.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld to standard platforms, chutes and non‑pressure surfaces.
• Pressure part welding of carbon steel and stainless steel per NBIC specs.
• Interpret blueprints and welding symbols.
• Rigging practices for boiler elements.
• Participate in teardown and inspection of major equipment.
• Read measuring tools, graphs, and manuals.
• Follow health and safety rules and keep area safe.

Skills

Millwright experience

Boilermaker experience

Welding skills

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Manual dexterity

Oral and written communication

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Education

High School Diploma

Technical/apprenticeship training

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting‑edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

About the role

As a Maintenance Mechanic & Welder, you will be responsible for performing various mechanical, maintenance, and repair work, including the inspection and maintenance work required for rotating machinery and equipment. The mechanic may inspect and adjust the mechanical alignment of pumps, replace or rebuild pumps, replace fan bearings, replace motors, repair screw conveyors, rebuild or change gearboxes, install and modify pipelines, and assist in the modification and addition of plant projects.

Position Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld to standard platforms, chutes, and other non‑pressure vessel code welding procedures.
• Pressure part welding of carbon steel and stainless steel with previous qualification in all positions to NBIC code specs.
• Interpret and use blueprints, construction drawings, and AWS welding symbols.
• General rigging practices, specifically in boiler element rigging.
• Actively participate in the periodic teardown and internal inspection of major equipment.
• Read and interpret measuring tools, graphs, and technical manuals.
• Follow all health and safety rules and regulations mandated by law and per the policies and procedures. Keep work area clean, safe, and orderly.

Position Requirements & Qualifications

• Must have at least five years' experience in all phases of the Millwright and Boilermaker phase.
• High School Diploma/GED. Formal technical or apprenticeship training is desired.
• Must understand blueprints and be capable of performing all welding scopes to include stick, Tig and Mig welding, welding of steel and stainless steel, and be able to become code qualified for boiler repairs.
• Must be capable of performing welding in SMAW, GTAW, and GMAW as well as all portable cutting technologies.
• Thorough knowledge of loads and hoisting equipment is necessary.
• The ability to read, understand, and apply information such as OSHA lockout/tagout procedures, safety rules, job hazard analyses, and procedure manuals.
• Training and skills in metal working tools and metal working shop equipment in the performance of his/her assigned tasks.
• Candidate must have excellent manual dexterity, allowing for the repair of precision equipment, safely and effectively, while working in awkward locations/positions.
• Oral and written communication skills, along with problem‑solving and decision‑making ability.
• Fundamental computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) and standard operating & safety procedures.
• Must be able to work overtime on a rotating on‑call schedule to support plant operations as needed, including nights, weekends, and holidays. May be required to work extensive overtime hours during planned and unplanned maintenance.

Physical Demands of the Role

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb
• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs
• Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces
• Qualify to wear a full‑face respirator
• Consistently work in various weather conditions

Total Rewards & Compensation

• Competitive Base Salary

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: 43.85 - 58.37 USD per hour

Reworld provides an industry‑leading benefits package that supports the whole person‑and their families‑through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full‑time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short‑and long‑term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry‑leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworldreserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affiantive Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role)has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.