Alpha Shredding Group

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Welder to join our maintenance and fabrication team at a fast-paced scrap metal recycling facility. This position plays a key role in keeping our processing equipment, containers, and structures safe and operational in a heavy industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding repairs and fabrications on scrap processing equipment such as conveyors, hoppers, chutes, shredders, balers and structural steel.
• Repair and fabricate roll-off containers, bins and steel components.
• Cut, fit and weld steel using stick (SMAW), MIG, or flux-core processes.
• Use oxy-fuel torch, plasma cutter and carbon arc gouging as needed.
• Assist maintenance crews during equipment shutdowns and emergency breakdowns.
• Maintain welding equipment and tools in safe working condition.
• Follow all safety procedures including hot work permits, lockout/tagout (LOTO) and PPE requirements.
• Work overtime, nights, weekends, or holidays when required by production needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2-5 years of welding experience in an industrial or structural environment.
• Proficiency in stick welding; MIG and flux-core experience preferred.
• Ability to weld in all positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead).
• Experience welding carbon steel; AR plate experience a plus.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to work independently.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experiences.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Health Insurance.
• Dental.
• Vision.
• 401k.
• PTO.

Additional Information

• Heavy industrial scrap yard environment.
• Ability to lift up to 75lbs with or without assistance.
• Work at heights, in confined spaces and outdoors.
• Exposure to heat, dust, sparks, noise and moving equipment.