Welder 1

Wastequip; Alexandria, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

HSA

Dental plan options

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-mâ

Job summary

Wastequip's Alexandria, LA facility seeks a MIG Welder with experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will set parts in jigs, tack weld, and weld along vertical, horizontal, and overhead lines, ensuring bead size and specifications are met.

You may connect gas regulators, adjust flame, grind slag, and inspect finished welds while maintaining safety standards. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and basic math, tape measure reading, and ability to read blueprints.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and use tape measure.

Responsibilities

• Position parts in jigs or fixtures and tack weld as per layout marks.
• Welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead lines.
• Connects regulator valves and adjusts gas flow for cutting torch.
• Examines bead size and weld quality to specifications.
• Scarfs or grooves welds and parts; grind slag and splatter as needed.
• Follow safety and EHS requirements.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Math fundamentals

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Jigs and fixtures

Gas regulator setup

Job description

## Welder 1Apply: Alexandria, LA: Woodworth, LA: Boyce, LA: Ball, LA: Pineville, LA: Posted Yesterday: R-101453**Job Description:**Wastequip Steel Division has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our Alexandria, LA manufacturing operation. The ideal candidate will be a MIG Welder with prior experience in a manufacturing environment.**Hourly Pay**: $20.07 - $21.92 (based on experience)**Responsibilities*** Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts together along layout marks* 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**Qualifications*** High school diploma or GED* One to six months of related experience and/or training preferred* Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos* Knowledge of basic math, tape measure reading, fractions & decimals* Ability to understands and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions* Ability to read blue prints 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.