Welder

WM (Waste Management); Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Job summary

WM (Waste Management) in Jacksonville, FL seeks a skilled welder to fabricate and repair compactors, containers and carts under general supervision. You will apply arc, gas and aluminum welding, read prints, and support preventive maintenance on electrical and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities include repairs, service calls, and following Standard Repair Times, with a focus on safety and efficient workmanship. This position offers competitive hourly pay and full benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years welding experience.
• Ability to read prints and follow drawings.
• Commitment to safety procedures and OSHA standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs and apply welding processes.
• Repair compactors, containers and carts.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections on electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Assist senior welders with project work.
• Perform service calls for compactor repair.
• Adhere to Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
• Work from prints, drawings and verbal instructions.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and proper tool usage.

Skills

Arc welding

Gas welding

Aluminum welding

Blueprint reading

Safety compliance

Tools

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

Pay Rate: $22+ per hour, based on experience

Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:00 am-4:30 pm

I. Job Summary

Under general supervision, applies appropriate welds to fabricate or repair compactors, containers and carts.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs minor repairs and applies basic welding processes.
• Repairs compactors, containers and carts.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections, diagnostic and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems on compactors.
• Qualified in the welding processes such as arc welding, gas welding, aluminum welding, brazing, and soft soldering on a variety of materials.
• Conducts safety checks on compactors and containers.
• Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing compactors and containers, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Assists senior welders in the completion of project work.
• Performs service calls for compactor repair.
• Performs related work such as flame cutting, bending, forming, beveling, notching of metal and plastic parts.
• Performs all work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
• Works from prints, drawings and verbal instructions.
• Performs standard layouts and set‑ups of dimensions and tolerances.
• Utilizes standard shop hand tools, measuring devices and equipment.
• Performs other maintenance related work as required.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

2 years of previous experience

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed 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 .