Compactor Technician

Waste Connections has an immediate position available for a Container Repair / Welder located in Brooklyn NY, in this position you will wear a few different hats, but main duties will include welding, fabricating and compactor repair. This is a full-time, long-term position with a great company.  If you don't mind getting your hands dirty and are a self-motivated, hardworking individual with good communication skills we want to talk to you.

 Why you need to join us!

• CULTURE:   It’s a Great place to work! We work in an environment where empowered, self-directed All-stars know what they do is important.
• INTEGRITY: Our definition is “saying what you will do and then doing it!” We keep our promises to our customers and our employees.  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform welding and electrical repair of trash containers and compactors.
• Perform sanding and painting of trash containers.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate and OSHA standards.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Ability to effectively communicate needed repairs or tasks.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required objects over 50 pounds.
• Work environment may be indoors in a shop, or outdoors to repair containers in the yard. Usually, well-lighted and ventilated. Sometimes it is necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and to handle greasy or dirty tools. These factors require following basic safety precautions.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to pass (i.e., testing negative on) a pre-employment drug screening.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Respirator fit test required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Stick and MIG welding.
• Experience in PLC's and electrical
• Fabrication experience a plus!

Pay for this role starts $34-$36: depending on relevant experience

The typical schedule is Monday-Friday, occasional Saturdays as needed.

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long-term & short-term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at https://careers.wasteconnections.com/ . Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

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Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.