Mason County Garbage, a Waste Connections company, is looking for a Container Welder to support our Recycling, Composting, and Disposal sites located in Shelton, Washington. Welders interested in secure, steady employment are encouraged to apply. The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday from 8 AM-4:30 PM. Pay rate is $30/hr, with a yearly tool allowance. About the Role: · Perform welding and fabrication on dumpsters and containers, with occasional work on truck bodies and intermodal trailer containers · Drive a company flatbed vehicle to pick up parts or containers (no CDL required) · Use wire feed MIG welders, plasma cutters, and torches for repair and fabrication · Paint containers using rollers and brushes (no spray painting involved) · Lift and move heavy materials; must lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted (forklifts available) · Operate a propane-powered forklift (5000 lb. capacity) certification provided after hire · Work closely with a small, two-person team—communication and teamwork are essential · Prioritize safety on the job by following all safety protocols and procedures Requirements: · Welding experience needed, no certification is needed for this position · Experience with MIG welding and common fabrication tools · Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record · Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted and work safely around heavy equipment · Comfortable working in both outdoor and indoor shop environments · Team-oriented with strong communication skills · Forklift experience is a plus (certification provided after hire) · Reliable, self-motivated, and safety-conscious · Basic tools required, and employees are expected to build their toolset using the monthly tool allowance SAFETY SENSITIVE: YES Work Environment: · Primarily working under cover but open to the elements, not a heated work space. · Regular exposure to dust, fumes, grease, and welding smoke · Frequent loud noises from equipment and tools · Physical work, including standing, bending, and lifting · Variable temperatures depending on weather—can include hot, cold, or wet conditions · All necessary PPE is provided and required to maintain a safe work environment Safety is our top priority, and we are committed to providing a work environment where our employees can thrive while being safe and well-supported. To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com. Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest. 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/why-waste-connections 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. You’ll 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. LET’S REALIZE YOUR GOALS TOGETHER Bring your passion to succeed and you’ll quickly discover that great opportunities are all around you. At Waste Connections, you’ll 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 you’ll 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.