Welder

External SA Recycling; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

External SA Recycling is seeking a welder at its Los Angeles facility. The role involves welding fixed equipment, new parts, and worn components, plus assembly and safety-focused duties. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Applicants must pass a medical physical, drug test, and background check. Forklift experience is a plus, and the job emphasizes safety, organization, and adherence to procedures.

Qualifications

• Must pass a medical physical and drug test.
• Must pass a background check.
• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) a plus.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Weld parts of fixed equipment that need repair.
• Weld new parts for assembly.
• Build up parts that have worn thin.
• Repair cracks in mobile equipment such as the boom of a material handler.
• Install conduit, fasteners, hooks, and pulleys.
• Construct platforms, stairs, catwalks, guardrails, and equipment supports.
• Clean up work area at the end of shift.
• Keep work areas neat and orderly.
• Organizing materials to have more effective use of space.
• Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner.
• Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed.
• Effective housekeeping for safety and hygiene.

Skills

Welding

Bi-lingual (English & Spanish)

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Duties

Including, but not limited to:

• Weld parts of fixed equipment that need repair.
• Weld new parts for assembly.
• Build up parts that have worn thin.
• Repair cracks in mobile equipment such as the boom of a material handler.
• Install conduit, fasteners, hooks, and pulleys
• Construct platforms, stairs, catwalks, guardrails, and equipment supports
• Clean up work area at the end of shift
• Keep work areas neat and orderly
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential job functions.
• Organizing materials to have more effective use of space
• Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner
• Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed
• Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members.

Qualifications

• Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are "grandfathered" into their positions.
• Must pass a medical physical and drug test
• Must pass a background check
• Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable
• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus
• Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands
• Welding school or certification preferred
• Previous experience scrap metal recycling a plus
• Forklift experience a plus

Job Expectations

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Work Environment: scrap metal facility office
• Equipment & Tools: PC, MS Office Suite, Dispatch software
• Physical Demand Level: Light to Moderate
• Work Capacity: Welder Work Capacity
• Sensory Demands: Hearing & vision
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, keyboard

Pay range: $23 - $28 per hour (non-exempt)