Job Description: Wastequip has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our Amrep Division in our Ontario, CA manufacturing operation. This is a full time position with great benefits including but not limited to Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Paid Vacation/Sick time, and so much more. The ideal candidate will be a MIG Welder with prior experience in a manufacturing environment. Starting pay: $23.24 Shift: First Wastequip has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our Amrep Division in our Ontario, CA manufacturing operation. This is a full-time position with great benefits including but not limited to Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Paid Vacation/Sick time, and so much more. The ideal candidate will be a MIG Welder with prior experience in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities • Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts together along layout marks • Lays out, positions, and tack welds work pieces • Welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines • Connects regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch. Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch, and adjusts gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame. Holds & guides torch at proper angle to cut metal • Examines weld for bead size and other specifications • Scarfs or grooves welds and parts • Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or splatter • Other duties as assigned • Employee must regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, lift, climb or balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl • Employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs • Specific vision abilities required include distance vision, close vision, peripheral vision, & depth perception Company Benefits: • 2 Medical Insurance Plan Options–Base PPO with HSA (High Deductible) and HMO Medical Plans: • Prescription (Rx) Insurance • Health Savings Account (HSA) • 2 Dental Insurance Plan Options - PPO and HMO Dental Plans • Vision Insurance • Voluntary Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) • Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance • Company Paid Business Travel Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match • Vacation and Personal/Sick Time • Paid Grandparent Leave • Adoption Assistance • Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement) About Wastequip Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly. While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.
See More Details >>SUMMARY Combination - Capable of certifying on multi-process pipe being proficient in SMAW, GTAW and GMAW welding processes. May require x-ray qualities. Lays out, aligns and welds fabricated, cast and forged components to assemble structural forms such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, furnace shells, buildings and pipe, according to blueprints and metallurgy. RESPONSIBILITIES • Selects type and size of pipe or other related materials and equipment according to specifications. • Selects equipment and plans layouts, assembly, and welding, applying knowledge of geometry, physical properties of metal machining, weld shrinkage and welding techniques. • May be required to use Gas-Metal Arc, Flux-Cored Arc, Gas-Tungsten Arc, Submerged Arc, or Shielded Metal Arc welding processes. • Lays out, positions, aligns and fits components together in various body positions. • Bolts, clamps and welds together metal components of products such as piping systems, plate, pipe and tube or structural shapes, using arc and arc gas welding equipment. May weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead position. May tack weld assemblies together. • Connects cable from welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, slope and pulse as specified by procedure or supervisor. • Obtains specified electrode and inserts electrode into portable holder or threads consumable electrode wire through portable welding gun. • Starts power supply to produce electric current. • Strikes arc which generates heat to melt and deposit metal from electrode to work piece and join edges of work piece. • Manually guides electrode or gun along weld-line, maintaining length of arc and speed and movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead, as judged from color of metal, sound of weld, and size of molten puddle. • May manually apply filler rod to supply weld metal. May clean or degrease weld joint or workplace, using wire brush, portable grinder, or chemical bath. May repair broken or cracked parts and fill holes. May remove excess weld, defective weld material, slag and spatter, using carbon arc gouge, hand scrapper, grinder or power chipper. May preheat work piece, using hand torch or heating furnace. May cut metal plates or structural shapes. • Examines weld for bead size and other specifications. • Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies. • May assist in lifting, positioning and securing of materials and work pieces during installation. • Performs minor maintenance or cleaning activities of tools and equipment. • Assists other mechanics as needed. • Respiratory protection is common and may be required. • Required to pass employer performance tests or standard tests to meet certification standards. Performs only procedures certified in. • Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules. Performs other duties as required. Requirements: JOB REQUIREMENTS • Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy. • Make decisions based on measurable criteria. • Apply basic mathematics to solve problems. • Plan work and select proper tools. • Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings. • Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects. QUALIFICATIONS May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 1. Strength: a. Standing 50% Walking 20% Sitting 30% b. Lifting 35 lb. Carrying 35 lb. Pushing 0 ft-lb. Pulling 0 ft-lb. 2. Climbing O Balancing O 3. Stooping O Kneeling O Crouching O Crawling O Reaching C Handling C Fingering C EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS NP Not Present O Occasionally (0-33%)F Frequently (34-66%)C Constantly (67-100%) Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. BENEFITS: Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
See More Details >>Starting pay: $23.24 Wastequip has an immediate opportunity for a Welder to support our Amrep Division in our Ontario, CA manufacturing operation. This is a full time position with great benefits including but not limited to Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Paid Vacation/Sick time, and so much more. The ideal candidate will be a MIG Welder with prior experience in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities • Positions parts in jigs or fixtures on bench or floor, or clamps parts together along layout marks • Lays out, positions, and tack welds work pieces • Welds along vertical, horizontal, and overhead weld lines • Connects regulator valves to oxygen and fuel gas cylinders for cutting torch. Turns regulator valves to activate flow of gases, lights torch, and adjusts gas mixture and pressure to obtain desired flame. Holds & guides torch at proper angle to cut metal • Examines weld for bead size and other specifications • Scarfs or grooves welds and parts • Chips or grinds off excess weld, slag, or splatter • Other duties as assigned • Employee must regularly stand, walk, reach, stoop, lift, climb or balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl • Employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs • Specific vision abilities required include distance vision, close vision, peripheral vision, & depth perception Company Benefits: • 2 Medical Plan Options–Base PPO with HSA (High Deductible) and PPO Exclusive Medical Plans • Prescription (Rx) Insurance • Health Savings Account (HSA) • Dental PPO Insurance Plan • Vision Insurance • Voluntary Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) • Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance • Company Paid Disability Insurance • Company Paid Business Travel Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match • Vacation and Personal/Sick Time • Paid Grandparent Leave • Paid Bonding Leave • Adoption Assistance • Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement) About Wastequip Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly. While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, requiring many hours of training under skilled professionals. The American Welding Society reports approximately 771,000 welders nationwide, with projections indicating a 2-3% job growth from 2025 to 2029. Apprentices earn an average of $699.50 per week in Ontario, CA, with an annual overtime average of $20,760. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $89,000 annually for experienced professionals.
