Welder

LeMay Pierce County is seeking a Licensed Welder to join our skilled maintenance team in Puyallup, Washington. This role performs essential welding and metal repair work on containers, compactors, and related equipment that supports our daily operations. Were looking for someone who values safety, craftsmanship, and teamwork. Were proud to offer a supportive environment, competitive pay, and excellent benefits, along with meaningful involvement in community outreach and sustainability initiatives. Hourly Wage: $$27.00 to 28.00/HR Schedule: MondayFriday, 5:00 AM1:30 PM Key Responsibilities Perform welding and repairs on metal containers, compactors, and structural components. Weld using manual or semiautomatic equipment in vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions. Read and interpret blueprints, measurements, and specifications. Select appropriate welding methods and equipment for each project. Inspect and test welded components to identify and correct defects. Maintain a clean, safe workspace in accordance with company policies and OSHA standards. Document work performed, parts used, and repair times. Communicate effectively with team members and participate in a collaborative work environment. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements Frequent physical activity, including lifting, pushing, and pulling items over 50 lbs. Exposure to moving mechanical parts; safety procedures and PPE are required and provided. Work may occur indoors or outdoors depending on operational needs. Some tasks require working in confined or awkward spaces or handling greasy or dirty tools. Required Qualifications Certified Welder or Fabricator (Journeyman). 34 years of welding experience. Experience using multiple welding methods and equipment (e.g., TIG, MMA). Experience operating electrical and manual tools (saws, squares, calipers, etc.). Valid Washington State drivers license. CDL is a strong plus. Ability to pass preemployment screenings (background check, drug test, motor vehicle report). Ability to communicate effectively in English to ensure safe and accurate job performance. SAFETY SENSITIVE: YES To be considered for any of our current openings, you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com. Once you select your position of interest, you will find application information and additional instructions. We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future". A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/us/en/benefits Waste Connections is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status. Waste Connections is an integrated solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in mostly exclusive and secondary markets. Our goal is to create an environment where self-directed, empowered employees strive to consistently fulfill our constituent commitments and seek to create positive impacts through interactions with customers, communities, and fellow employees. OUR PEOPLE MEAN EVERYTHING TO US Waste Connections is always working to protect the health of the communities we serve, and we are grateful for the hard work and dedication that you bring to your job every day. Working here means you are a safety-minded individual who is making important contributions on a daily basis that will make a positive impact on those around you. We appreciate that you are a person of integrity who takes pride in the work you do. Our Opportunities BUILD TALENT FROM WITHIN People who want to gain valuable professional experience will find that Waste Connections is a fantastic place to work. Youll enjoy the opportunity for beneficial training and professional development opportunities that can help enhance your skills and lead the way to a more promising future. LETS REALIZE YOUR GOALS TOGETHER Bring your passion to succeed and youll quickly discover that great opportunities are all around you. At Waste Connections, youll thrive if you are friendly, dedicated, and prefer a work hard/play hard culture that is focused on maintaining our reputation as the premier waste services company in the markets we serve. Bring your passion to succeed and youll quickly discover that great opportunities and people are all around you. We operate a highly decentralized structure, so we look for energetic individuals who can demonstrate individual initiative and creativity and prefer a work hard/play hard team environment and culture. At Waste Connections, diversity and inclusion are essential to our success. We hire and empower great, capable people from a wide variety of backgrounds and lead with our values. For more than 20 years, we have maintained a culture of safety, integrity and service to build a great place to work. Our culture is built on taking care of each other and the communities we serve.