Waste Connections

Welder/ContainerRepair

pasco, washington, united states FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Welder / Container Repair at Waste Connections. Skills: welding, fabrication, container repair, compactor maintenance. Perform welding and fabrication repairs on garbage containers, roll‑offs, and compactors. Complete metal repairs on fleet equipment as needed”

Industry & Context.

Eligibility Requirements

extensive physical activity, lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 pounds, Work is performed indoors in a shop and outdoors in the yard, working in awkward positions, handling greasy or dirty tools, Adherence to all safety precautions is required at all times

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

2 + years of welding experience OR Technical College certification in Welding, Proficiency in the following welding processes (all positions): SMAW (Stick Welding / Shielded Metal Arc), GMAW (Gas Metal Arc / MIG), FCAW (Flux‑Cored Arc Welding), Ability to read and understand technical and service information, Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English, Valid Driver’s License, Ability to meet pre-employment requirements, Ability to obtain a Class CDL with air brakes endorsement

Nice to Have

Experience with electrical and hydraulic systems is a plus

What You'll Do.

Perform welding and fabrication repairs on garbage containers

Complete metal repairs on fleet equipment as needed

Perform compactor repairs and structural welding

Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with corporate safety and OSHA standards

Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures

Accurately document parts usage and repair times

Communicate repair needs clearly

Assist with roll cart or container support as needed

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Communicate repair needs clearly and work effectively as part of a team

Communication Scope

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English; Communicate repair needs clearly

Full Job Description

**Waste Connections** has an immediate opening for a **Welder / Container Repair** position. In this role, you will perform a variety of hands‑on tasks, with primary responsibilities including **welding, fabrication, container repair, and compactor maintenance**. This is a **full‑time, long‑term opportunity** with a stable, growing company. If you’re a **self‑motivated, hardworking individual** who doesn’t mind getting your hands dirty and enjoys working in a fast‑paced shop environment, we want to talk to you. ### **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** * Perform welding and fabrication repairs on **garbage containers, roll‑offs, and compactors** * Complete metal repairs on fleet equipment as needed * Perform compactor repairs and structural welding * Maintain a **clean and safe work area** in compliance with corporate safety and **OSHA standards** * Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures * Accurately document parts usage and repair times * Communicate repair needs clearly and work effectively as part of a team * Assist with **roll cart or container support** as needed ### **WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT** * Position requires **extensive physical activity** , including lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over **50 pounds** * Work is performed **indoors in a shop and outdoors in the yard** , depending on repair needs * Environment is typically well‑lit and ventilated but may require working in **awkward positions** or handling greasy or dirty tools * Adherence to all **safety precautions** is required at all times ### **JOB REQUIREMENTS** * **2 + years of welding experience** OR Technical College certification in Welding * Proficiency in the following welding processes (all positions): * **SMAW (Stick Welding / Shielded Metal Arc)** * **GMAW (Gas Metal Arc / MIG)** * **FCAW (Flux‑Cored Arc Welding)** * Ability to read and understand technical and service information * Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English * Valid

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