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:

• Performweldingand electrical repair of trash containers and compactors.
• Performsandingandpaintingof trash containers.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area incompliancewith Corporate and OSHA standards.
• Performs all work in accordance with establishedsafetyprocedures, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Ability to effectively communicateneeded repairs or tasks.

WORKING CONDITIONS ANDPHYSICALEFFORT:

• Extensivephysicalactivity. Requires strenuousphysicalwork;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 basicsafetyprecautions.

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 inStickandMIG welding.
• Experience in PLC's and electrical
• Fabrication experience aplus!

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.

#ACMaintenance

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