Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

Welder Apprentice is responsible for performing repair and maintenance on containers and/or the vehicle fleet. This position is an entry-level position to our welding department.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Perform sanding, grinding, cutting, welding and other fabrication or repair work on company containers, compactors, and other equipment in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
• Weld steel using Mig and Arc welding equipment
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Company and OSHA standards
• Complete required paperwork utilizing computer system
• Install lids and wheels on containers
• Perform paint repairs as needed
• Assist in other projects or areas of the shop as needed
• Communicate in a manner that promotes good relationships with internal/external customers, clients, co-workers, and management
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Ability to properly learn welding, torching, and cutting using a plasma cutter
• Ability to utilize standard shop hand tools, measuring devices, and equipment
• Ability to be trained to operate a forklift safely
• Basic computer skills

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

• Welding, torching and grinding skills preferred

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Continuously lifting/carrying a max of 35 lbs
• Frequently lifting/carrying a max of 50 lbs
• Occasionally lifting/carrying a max of 75 lbs
• Rarely lifting/carrying a max of 100 lbs
• Continuously pushing/pulling a max of 20 lbs
• Frequently pushing/pulling a max of 75 lbs
• Rarely pushing/pulling a max of 100 lbs
• Frequently working outside in wet/humid conditions
• Continuously working in changing temperatures
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter
• Continuously stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling
• Continuously climbing and/or balancing
• Continuously sitting/standing/walking

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Possible exposure to high traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Must be able to read and speak the English language

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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