Welder

ESP - Equipment Services Plus; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation

Holidays

Sick days

Job summary

ESP - Equipment Services Plus is seeking a skilled Welder to join their team in Joliet, Illinois. The role involves MIG and Stick welding, maintaining safety standards, and overseeing repairs of containers. Candidates should have at least 3 years of welding experience and a high school education. Full-time employees enjoy benefits including medical, dental, and a 401(k) plan. Join a company dedicated to innovative recycling solutions and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 3 years of welding experience preferred.
• Certified Welder & Metal Fabricator is a huge plus.
• Capable of machine setup for wire speed, voltage, and gas flow.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety, quality, and productivity in the welding area.
• Oversee repairs of containers and balers.
• Prepare and process necessary paperwork for completion of orders.
• Maintain equipment by following maintenance schedules.

Skills

MIG welding

Stick welding

TIG welding

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

Torches

Band saws

Iron workers

Drill presses

Job description

Description

Equipment Services Plus is a leading recycling facility dedicated to providing innovative waste management solutions in the commercial service industry. We are committed to sustainability and efficient recycling processes that benefit both our clients and the environment.

Primary Responsibilities

Maintain close attention to safety, quality, and productivity in the welding/fabrication area.

MIG and Stick welding, you must know how to use the torch and rosebud operation.

Familiar with metals, steel, and fabrications.

Oversee all the container/Baler repairs.

Rebuilding truck bodies, roll‑off containers, and front‑load containers.

Follow instructions on work orders and shop drawings, and verify material and work accuracy.

Prepare and process all paperwork necessary to complete orders.

Order and maintain necessary levels of shop and welding supplies.

Maintain equipment by following required preventative maintenance schedules and documenting tasks.

Able to interpret drawings, layout, and plan work and use sound judgment.

Observe safety procedures, assure one's own and others' safety, and report any safety issues.

Properly stack processed material and pack as required in preparation for shipping.

Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Perform other duties assigned.

Requirements

• Experience using the MIG and Stick welding processes.
• TIG and/or spot‑welding experience is a plus.
• Certified Welder & Metal Fabricator HUGE PLUS!
• Must be capable of machine setup, including proper wire speed, voltage, and gas flow.
• Ability to safely use and operate shop tools and equipment such as torches, band saws, iron workers, and drill presses.
• Able to work in a physically demanding environment, including working on your feet for extended periods of time, lifting material weighing up to 50 lbs, and working in hot or cold conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Capable of following required safety procedures, including OSHA standards such as lock‑out/tag‑out and incident reporting.
• Ability to work independently in a production‑oriented environment and perform against established performance standards.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and multitask.
• Self‑starter with a willingness to learn.
• Capable of following instructions.

Education

• High school or equivalent

Experience

• 3 years of welding experience (Preferred)

Compensation and Benefits

Full‑time employees are eligible for a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Vol Life Insurance, and STD. The company maintains a viable 401(k) Savings Plan with a company match and company‑sponsored Life and AD&D Insurance.

Employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Days.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equipment Services Plus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in our employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.