ABOUT THE COMPANY wTe Recycling, Inc. is a privately owned metals recycling facility located in Greenfield, MA. We are a regional leader in the metals recycling industry utilizing specialized technologies and processes. We enjoy a solid reputation for both quality products and exceptional service with our customers, as well as positive, enduring relationships with our material suppliers. Integrity is core to our company culture. If you’d like to learn more, we’d love to hear from you! JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a part-time welder to join our team. Candidates should have experience in welding and fabrication. The position will perform a variety of welding repairs related to metals recycling containers, machinery, heavy equipment, and transportation vehicles. PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES • Produce a variety of strong, clean welds utilizing various welding processes and equipment, and determining the appropriate welding method for the job. • Perform pre-weld and in-process welding inspections; insuring welds meet project specifications. • Troubleshoot problems, determine causes, and create solutions. Perform final check to ensure the end-product meets quality standards. Identify welding defects, reporting any deviations from project requirements to management. • Complete all work in strict compliance with company procedures and policies. Rigorously follow safety procedures. Maintain a safe, organized and tidy work environment. • Accomplish organization goals by completing tasks as required. • Rework and/or repair welded parts and machinery according to specifications. • Set up and maintain welding equipment, including the power source, feeder, gun, and shielding gas supply. Trouble shoot welding equipment issues. • Utilize hand tools including hand-held screw guns, drills, and grinders. CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS • Completion of vocational training or a welding certification program; or equivalent experience is required. • Proficiency with GTAW (TIG), GMAW (MIG) and SMAW (stick) welding processes. • Must be able to work well without supervision, as well as part of a team. • Must be attentive to detail and compete assignments thoroughly and accurately. • Must be able to apply logic and reasoning to solve welding challenges. • Must be self-motivated. • Must be able to routinely lift and/or move up to 30 -50 lbs. and stand for long periods. • Basic reading and math skills are necessary. • High School Diploma or GED equivalent is preferred. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 8 – 20 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Flexible schedule • Paid time off Work Location: In person
See More Details >>ABOUT THE COMPANY wTe Recycling, Inc. is a privately owned metals recycling facility located in Greenfield, MA. We are a regional leader in the metals recycling industry utilizing specialized technologies and processes. We enjoy a solid reputation for both quality products and exceptional service with our customers, as well as positive, enduring relationships with our material suppliers. Integrity is core to our company culture. If you’d like to learn more, we’d love to hear from you! JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a part-time welder to join our team. Candidates should have experience in welding and fabrication. The position will perform a variety of welding repairs related to metals recycling containers, machinery, heavy equipment, and transportation vehicles. PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES • Produce a variety of strong, clean welds utilizing various welding processes and equipment, and determining the appropriate welding method for the job. • Perform pre-weld and in-process welding inspections; insuring welds meet project specifications. • Troubleshoot problems, determine causes, and create solutions. Perform final check to ensure the end-product meets quality standards. Identify welding defects, reporting any deviations from project requirements to management. • Complete all work in strict compliance with company procedures and policies. Rigorously follow safety procedures. Maintain a safe, organized and tidy work environment. • Accomplish organization goals by completing tasks as required. • Rework and/or repair welded parts and machinery according to specifications. • Set up and maintain welding equipment, including the power source, feeder, gun, and shielding gas supply. Trouble shoot welding equipment issues. • Utilize hand tools including hand-held screw guns, drills, and grinders. CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS • Completion of vocational training or a welding certification program; or equivalent experience is required. • Proficiency with GTAW (TIG), GMAW (MIG) and SMAW (stick) welding processes. • Must be able to work well without supervision, as well as part of a team. • Must be attentive to detail and compete assignments thoroughly and accurately. • Must be able to apply logic and reasoning to solve welding challenges. • Must be self-motivated. • Must be able to routinely lift and/or move up to 30 -50 lbs. and stand for long periods. • Basic reading and math skills are necessary. • High School Diploma or GED equivalent is preferred. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 8 – 20 per week Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Flexible schedule • Paid time off Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Greenfield, MA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience and classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under a licensed professional. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders nationwide, with a median annual wage of $45,190 or $20.25 per hour. In Greenfield, MA, the average weekly wage for welders is approximately $1,600, reflecting a strong earning potential that can often exceed $108,000 annually for experienced professionals. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career in a field with steady demand and growth opportunities.
