Welder Technician

Job Summary

Under general supervision, applies appropriate welds to fabricate or repair compactors, containers and carts.

Shift: Monday–Friday 5 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Pay: $25.50/hour plus depending on experience.

• Performs minor repairs and applies basic welding processes.
• Repairs compactors, containers and carts.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections, diagnostics, and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems on compactors.
• Qualified in welding processes such as arc welding, gas welding, aluminum welding, brazing, and soft soldering on a variety of materials.
• Conducts safety checks on compactors and containers.
• Completes required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program, documenting parts usage and accounting for repair times.
• Assists senior welders in completing project work.
• Performs service calls for compactor repair.
• Performs related work such as flame cutting, bending, forming, beveling, notching of metal and plastic parts.
• Performs all work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
• Works from prints, drawings, and verbal instructions.
• Performs standard layouts and set‑ups of dimensions and tolerances.
• Utilizes standard shop hand tools, measuring devices and equipment.
• Performs other maintenance‑related work as required.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate/OSHA standards.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Required: 2 years of previous experience.

Preferred: (none listed).

Key points regarding physical demands, occupational risks, and the work environment are outlined. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Expected base pay range for this on‑site position is $25 per hour. Salary may vary based on experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

Eligible employees receive a competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, stock purchase plan, 401(k) match, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Benefits may vary by site.

WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic.

Successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL  TSA‑approved alternative if required to travel by air or access federal property.

• Job Identification: 2348693
• Job Category:
  Welding
• Posting Date: 06/24/2026, 08:05 PM
• Job Schedule:
  
  Full time
• Locations: 222 STATE ROUTE 203, MADISON, IL, 62060, US (On‑site)