Welder
USA Waste and Recycling
USA Waste and Recycling, Inc
Position Summary:
The Welder works in a fast-paced, results-oriented production environment and is responsible for reporting on a variety of items, including garbage, recycling, yard waste containers, vehicle assemblies, and facility components.
Your Role:
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Repairs, modifies, or fabricates a variety of metal work,k including waste containers, vehicle assemblies, and facility components.
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Cuts, fits, and welds using gas and electric equipment.
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Performs skilled brazing and soldering.
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Uses a variety of machines and equipment in and out of repair areas.
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May operate heavy equipment as needed.
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Takes an active role in the improvement of safety and health in the workplace.
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Participate in all required Company meetings, including weekly safety meetings.
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Maintains reasonable, regular, punctual attendance consistent with Company policies, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal, state, and local standards.
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Adapts to changing duties, as required, based on business needs.
Your Skills:
- Knowledge of tools and methods of gas and electric welding
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Ability to work in a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions.
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Ability to take and understand oral instructions.
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Reliability and dependability.
Requirements:
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At least one year of welding, fabrication, and painting experience
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Knowledge of and appreciation for safe work habits
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Forklift experience
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Valid driver's license
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Gritty, outgoing, and eager to learn.
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The environment is fast-paced, and the person in this role must be proactive, hardworking, highly organized, and an independent critical thinker.
Physical Demands:
Listed below are key points regarding the job's environmental demands and work environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
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Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) for most of the workday.
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Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 40 pounds.
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Ability to stand for up to 12 hours, as well as being able to bend, reach, push, and pull frequently.
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Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
Our Story
USA Waste and its affiliated businesses are proudly family-owned, built on a legacy that began in 1974 when Guy "Sonny" Antonacci and his wife, Mary Ann, started Somers Sanitation with a single truck in Somers, Connecticut. Today, three generations of the Antonacci family lead a diverse organization grounded in hard work, innovation, and a deep commitment to the communities they serve.
From leading waste hauling and recycling operations to premier destinations like Sonny's Place and GreatHorse, the family's entrepreneurial vision extends across a range of industries. Sonny's Place was designed to bring families together through fun and entertainment, while GreatHorse and The Starting Gate deliver a refined yet welcoming experience rooted in luxury and hospitality. The family's passion for excellence also extends to Lindy Farms, a premier Standardbred and Thoroughbred breeding and training facility in Somers, CT, dedicated to developing elite racehorses.
Across all companies, the Antonacci family remains committed to delivering exceptional experiences while staying true to the values that started it all-family, innovation, and community impact.
Join a team dedicated to advancing these principles across a dynamic and growing family of businesses.
