Welder

WM (Waste Management); Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K with match

Paid time off

Stock options

Job summary

WM (Waste Management) in Schertz, TX is seeking a skilled welder to fabricate or repair compactors, containers and carts under general supervision. The role requires applying welds using MIG and stick processes and performing preventive maintenance on hydraulics and electrical systems.

The position offers a Monday–Friday shift from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with starting pay of $24 per hour, comprehensive benefits, and paid on-the-job training to support career growth within the WM family.

Qualifications

• 2 years of welding experience preferred.
• Experience with welding processes (arc, aluminum, brazing) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Apply welding to fabricate or repair compactors, containers and carts.
• Perform maintenance inspections on electrical and hydraulic systems in equipment.
• Maintain safe work area and complete standard paperwork and repairs.

Skills

MIG welding

Stick welding

Job description

SHIFT: Monday-Friday 7am - 4:30pm

Starting Pay rate: $24/hr.

MIG & STICK Experience Preferred

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We Are People First: The members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We foster an environment where all teammates feel welcomed, valued and seen.

We Are Committed to Your Growth : Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program, paid on-the-job training, and established career progression.

We Are Stable: From the front line to the corporate offices, our team members perform essential and meaningful work.

We Are a Family: At WM we are over 60,000 people - from many places and many backgrounds, and it is our amazing differences that make us stronger.

We Are Investing in You: Amazing Medical, Dental & Vision, 401K with match, discounted stock options, dependent day care, and more!

Job Summary

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

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.

Qualifications

• 2 years of previous experience

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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability.
• Stock purchase plan.
• Company matching on a 401(k).
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Dependent day care.
• Discounted stock options, and more.