Welder

Wastequip Inc; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(K) Plan

Paid Vacation/Sick time

Job summary

Wastequip Inc in Sugar Land, TX is looking for an experienced Welder to join our Container Pros operation. This full-time position offers excellent benefits including health insurance, a 401K plan, and paid vacation. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in MIG Welding, be familiar with fabrication, and be able to operate a forklift.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate the ability to lift and move heavy objects and read blueprints. We are committed to sustainability and improving operations within the waste industry.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of MIG Welding experience or training preferred.
• Experience welding on rusty material is a plus.
• Ability to lift and/or move weights of up to 90 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lays out, positions, and tack welds work pieces.
• Welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines.
• Examines weld for bead size and other specifications.

Skills

MIG Welding

Fabrication experience

Mechanically inclined

Forklift operation

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

## WelderApplylocations: TX Remote: Sugar Land, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: R-101032**Job Description:**Wastequip has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our Container Pros operation. This is a full-time position with great benefits including but not limited to Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Paid Vacation/Sick time, and so much more. The ideal candidate will be a MIG Welder with prior experience of repair and refurbishment of steel containers.**Shift Hours**: 6:00AM - 2:30PM + Overtime (if needed) **Physical address**: 16011 West Belfort. Sugar Land, Texas 77498**Hourly pay**: $27.76**Responsibilities*** Lays out, positions, and tack welds work pieces* Welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines* Connects regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch. Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch and adjusts gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame. Holds & guides torch at proper angle to cut metal* Examines weld for bead size and other specifications* Scarfs or grooves welds and parts* Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or splatter* Other duties as assigned* Employee must regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, lift, climb or balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl* Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs., frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., and occasionally lift and/or move 90 lbs.* Specific vision abilities required include distance vision, close vision, peripheral vision, & depth perception* Work on roll-off containers and trash compactors**Qualifications*** High school diploma or GED* 2+ years of MIG Welding experience and/or training preferred* Experience welding on rusty material is a plus* Must have fabrication experience/skills* Must be mechanically inclined* Must be able to operate a forklift to move equipment through the shop* Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos* Knowledge of basic math, tape measure reading, fractions & decimals* Ability to understand and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions* Must be self-motivated* Ability to read blueprints and measuring tape* Experienced in a fast-paced production environment preferred* Able to pass all EHS required tests and clearances**Company Benefits:**• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up Medical Plans • Prescription (Rx) Insurance • Health Savings Account (HSA) • 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans • Vision Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s) • Health Care FSA • Dependent Care FSA • Company Paid Base Life Insurance • Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance • Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance • Company Paid Disability Insurance Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance • 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match • Voluntary Pet Insurance • Vacation and Personal/Sick Time • Paid Grandparent Leave • Paid Bonding Leave • Adoption Assistance • Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)**About Wastequip**Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.