Welder Specialist

Job Description:

Wastequip's Galbreath division has a great opportunity for a Welder Specialist in our Winamac, IN location.

Pay rate: $27.02

• Position parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamp parts together along layout marks.
• Lay out, position, and tack weld work pieces.
• Weld along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines.
• Connect regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch.
• Turn regulator valves to activate flow of gases, light torch, and adjust gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame.
• Hold and guide torch at proper angle to cut metal.
• Examine welds for bead size and other specifications.
• Scarfs or grooves welds and parts.
• Chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or splatter.
• Use hand tools and power tools to perform hoist installation.
• MIG weld along vertical and horizontal weld lines and examine welds for bead size and other specifications, including torch set‑up and use.
• Operate drill press, band saw, parts washer, and overhead hoist.
• Install basic electric and hydraulics.
• Be able to cross‑train and work in other departments if needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to three months of related experience and/or training preferred.
• Six months or more of welding experience required.
• Electrical and hydraulic knowledge preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Knowledge of basic math, tape‑measure reading, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed but uncomplicated written or oral instructions.

• 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), including Health Care FSA and 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).

Wastequip is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce. All qualified applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other class protected by applicable law. Wastequip will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if requested.