What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Welder position at GreenWaste Recovery LLC?
Job Description
Job Description
Title : Utility Welder
FLSA Status : Non-Exempt
Reports To : Route Supervisor
Pay : $41-$43 / hr.
About the Company :
GreenWaste has been an industry leader in recycling and waste diversion for more than 35 years and is on a growth trajectory after private equity investment in 2021. Our business was founded on principles of environmental sustainability, and innovation is a cornerstone of our ongoing operations and growth strategy. GreenWaste specializes in all aspects of material collection, processing, and sales, tailoring our service offerings to the unique needs of our customers and communities, and helping to shape the evolution of the solid waste and recycling industry. We work directly with 20 municipalities and 50 jurisdictions, operate highly regulated facilities in 10 locations, and have 1,000 employees.
We are seeking an experienced, successful, and engaged Utility Welder to join our team. This position is expected to work out of our office at 2765 Lafayette St. in Santa Clara and limited job-related travel may be required.
Position Summary :
GreenWaste is seeking to fill the position of Utility Welder to provide support to one or more facilities. This role is responsible for repairing and maintaining all containers and equipment used for waste, recycling, compost, and C&D collection.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities :
- Ability to read directions and notes on work orders
- Perform repairs and assigned preventative maintenance services.
- Perform repairs, maintenance, fabrication, and painting on carts, bins, debris boxes, and equipment.
- Execute welding tasks related to container and equipment repairs.
- Review, complete, or assign repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
- Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment.
- Perform service calls for emergency breakdowns.
- Maintain a clean, safe work environment in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
- Ensure the proper maintenance of equipment and tools and the overall cleanliness and proper functioning of the area, tools, and the machinery after use.
- Responsible for completing and checking all work for quality and thoroughness, including test driving and operating before signing off work as completed on the maintenance tags.
- Must report all incidents to management, including all damage to vehicles and property immediately.
- Attend all safety meetings as scheduled.
- Follow all local, state and federal laws and regulations.
- Work on special projects as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Qualifications :
Language Skill :
Physical Demands :
Work Environment :
Typical work week is Monday through Friday early mornings. Will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, noise, and odors / smells. Ability to work in setting with frequent changes in equipment, start / end time, service city / town and routes based on the operational needs for the day and or week. Schedules can vary, including early start times and evening start times.
Overtime and weekend work are required on occasion.
This Organization participates in E-Verify.
GreenWaste provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and / or local laws.
Salary : $41 - $43
