Welder; 2nd shift

Job Overview

Wastequip has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our Eagleville, TN manufacturing operation. This is a full-time position with great benefits including health insurance, 401(k) plan, paid vacation/sick time, and more. The ideal candidate will be a MIG Welder with prior experience in a manufacturing environment. Second shift hours: 2:30 PM‑11:00 PM. Hourly pay: $22.00 plus a $3.00 shift differential.

• 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.
• MIG weld along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines.
• Connect regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch; turn regulator valves, light torch, and adjust gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame.
• Hold and guide torch at proper angle to cut metal.
• Examine weld for bead size and other specifications.
• Scarify or groove welds and parts.
• Chip or grind off excess weld, slag, or splatter.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, lift, climb or balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lift and/or move up to 25 lbs, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs, and occasionally lift or move 90 lbs.
• Demonstrate specific vision abilities: distance vision, close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

• High school diploma, GED, or technical school (preferred).
• MIG welding experience (required); at least 1 year of related experience or training (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.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tape.
• Experience in a fast‑paced production environment (preferred).
• Ability to pass all required EHS tests and clearances.

• Medical plan options: 2 plans—base HSA (high deductible) and buy‑up medical plan.
• Prescription (Rx) insurance.
• Health savings account (HSA).
• Dental plan options: 2 plans—base dental and buy‑up dental plan.
• Vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare FSA, dependent care FSA).
• Company paid base life insurance.
• Company paid accident, death, and dismemberment insurance.
• Company paid business travel accident insurance.
• Company paid disability insurance (short‑term and long‑term).
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Voluntary hospital, accident, and 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.