Education and Work Experience: • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required • Valid driver’s license required • 2-10 years’ experience with welding required • Experience with pipe fitting and layout a plus Required Skills: • Must be able to read blue print drawings and be able to use them without supervision • Must be precise in layout of materials and fit components for welding • Knowledge of other equipment used in a fabrication shop (drills, saws, breaks, shears, etc.) • Able to pass in-house welding test • Must be knowledgeable with general welding equipment and how to properly use it • Experience welding on both carbon and stainless steel • Ability to follow written and verbal directions • Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision • Ability to maintain a clean work environment • Ability to maintain an effective, courteous, and tactful relationship with other employees and clients • Must be on time and have a good attitude at work • Willingness to be trained at other shop responsibilities • Must be willing to travel when needed Job Duties: Will include, but not be limited to, the following: • Report to Fabrication Manager in the Mechanical Design & Fabrication Department • Respect and adhere to all active contracts and confidentiality agreements with Applied Chemical Technology and associated clients • Respect and adhere to all safety rules procedures, and complete all necessary safety training • Perform other functions in the Fabrication Shop as requested by the Fabrication Manager or higher management • Lay out materials and fit components to be welded using blue prints and other drawings and instruction • Weld pipe and parts as required using MIG, TIG, and/or Fluxed Core techniques • Perform general shop labor as requested • Keep work area clean and put away all materials at the end of work shift Working Conditions and Physical Demands: • Indoor, Clean, Climate-Controlled Fabrication Shop (heated but not air-conditioned) • New Equipment • Coordinate the use of both hands to perform tasks • Ability to drive vehicles and other equipment, such as forklifts • Lifting and handling equipment and materials of up to 50lbs • Reaching overhead, stooping, kneeling, walking, talking, hearing, reading and seeing. Hours: 6:00 am to 2:30 pm Monday-Friday; must be able to work on short notice and work extra hours, including weekends, if needed Benefits: Comprehensive benefit package including medical, 401K, leave, and supplemental coverages, some available after probationary period ACT is an Equal Opportunity Employer E-mail resume to: hr@appliedchemical.com Apply Online
See More Details >>Salary : $39,580.77 AnnuallyLocation : Solid Waste 29485 County Road 14 FlorenceJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 08222025Department: Solid WasteOpening Date: 08/22/2025Closing Date: 8/29/2025 11:59 PM Central Job Summary Works under the supervision and direction of the Facility Administrator maintaining the City of Florence landfill. Operates various heavy equipment in the day-to-day landfill operation and during landfill construction or maintenance projects. Light welding as required for maintenance and repairs. Directs solid waste personnel and other customers to appropriate disposal sites.Essential Duties and Responsibilities and Supervision Required Assists in solving customer problems and complaints.Operates track loaders and dozers, landfill compactors, scrapers, backhoes, road graders, mowers with attachments, and other equipment assigned to the department.Responsible for daily refuse compaction, cover, and other landfill maintenance.Covers refuse in accordance with the City of Florence, State of Alabama (ADEM), and Federal regulations and guidelines.Prepares landfill sites in accordance with ADEM regulations and engineering plans.Responsible for directing waste haulers to appropriate disposal sites.Must be able to recognize waste brought into landfills by customers. Must be able to prevent improper waste from being left at the landfill and report these issues immediately to a supervisor. Keeps scavengers and unauthorized people out of the landfill.Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment for both customers and landfill personnel.Maintain records of landfill use as directed by supervision.Assists in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment.Ensures that daily preventative maintenance is performed on vehicles and equipment.Responsible for minor repairs to dumpster containers and other light welding as required by the Solid Waste Department. Represent the department and the City of Florence in a friendly, tactful, and courteous manner.Report problems to the Landfill Supervisor.May be required to drive a Commercial or Residential garbage truck on routes. Performs other assigned duties: Shifts may vary according to the needs of the city Minimum Qualifications, Experience, Training, & License Three years of experience operating heavy equipment with city or related experience in the field. High School diploma, GED certificate, or experience in a related field. Must have a valid driver's license but prefer a valid Class B commercial driver's license with air brakes endorsement. Required Knowledge Skills Abilities Knowledge of department rules and regulations.Knowledge of ADEM rules and regulations. Knowledge of the City of Florence streets. Ability to see that projects are completed in a complete, timely, orderly, and safe manner. Ability to read and understand topographic maps and plans and to translate them into the construction and maintenance of the landfill.Ability to operate heavy equipment assigned to the Department and to work close to above- and underground utilities.Ability to perform final grading.Ability to handle customer problems in a firm, friendly, and tactful manner.Knowledge of traffic safety rules and regulations. Knowledge of safety rules and regulations that apply to working in and around vehicles and equipment.Ability to read, write, and understand material related to the positionSupervision:Individuals may be required to work independently and without direct supervision.Physical Demands (with or without accommodations):Ability to work under stressful situations. Ability to work with constant exposure to heat, cold, dampness, noise, vibration, and other disagreeable work conditions. Ability to stoop, bend, and lift on a regular basis up to 50 pounds (more on occasion). Ability to work in and around moving traffic.Subject to be called out after normal working hours.Equipment/Tools Used:Heavy equipment (dozer, loader, backhoe, forklift, etc.)Welding equipment and toolsFor similar job postings, applications may be used for up to ninety (90) days.The City of Florence, Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. 01 Do you have a high school diploma or a GED certificate? Yes No 02 Do you have a current and valid commercial driver's license with an air brake endorsement? If so, what class CDL do you have? 03 Do you have at least three years of experience operating heavy equipment? If so, please list the details of your experience, what type of heavy equipment you have experience operating, and where you obtained it in the text box provided. 04 Do you have any family currently working for the City of Florence? 05 Are you currently an employee of the City of Florence, Alabama? If so, in your current role, what department are you working in and what is your job title? Required Question
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to quickly enter the workforce. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, depending on the depth and specialization. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S. as of 2025, with projections indicating a steady demand for new welders. In Florence, AL, welders can expect to earn an average wage of $1,000 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $50,000 annually. Trade schools and community colleges offer comprehensive welding programs, while organizations like the AWS Foundation provide scholarships and funding opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization options.
