About this opportunity
Mid-City Scrap, LLC. lists this Welder opportunity in brockton, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description:
The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
About Us
Founded in the 1930s and proudly based in Westport, Massachusetts, Mid-City Scrap is one of New England's most established and trusted names in metal recycling. We provide comprehensive recycling services across the region, specializing in both ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
What We Offer
Low-cost Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
Company paid life, AD&D and short-term disability insurance with supplemental life and disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation
8 Paid holidays
Company match 401(k) and safe harbor company contribution
Weekly pay schedule
Unlimited growth opportunities
About the Position
The Welder is responsible for performing welding, cutting, and fabrication work to support daily operations in a scrap metal recycling facility. This position focuses on equipment repair, structural reinforcement, and fabrication projects related to mobile equipment, stationary processing equipment, containers, and yard infrastructure.
The ideal candidate has experience with MIG, stick, and torch cutting, can work safely in an industrial outdoor environment, and understands the demands of heavy equipment and recycling operations.
Key Responsibilities
Perform MIG and stick welding on carbon steel and structural components
Torch cut and prepare metal equipment
Fabricate and repair: Scrap boxes, containers, and hoppers, guards, brackets, frames, walkways, handrails, and supports
Structural repairs on conveyors, balers, and processing equipment
Reinforce worn or damaged equipment components to extend service life
Assist maintenance team with repairs on: Processing equipment (balers, conveyors, downstream systems), mobile equipment attachments and structural components
Support preventive maintenance and emergency repair work as needed
Modify or build custom solutions to improve safety or productivity
Follow all OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and company safety policies
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area
Identify unsafe conditions and report hazards immediately
Properly use PPE at all times in yard and plant environments
Maintain accurate maintenance records, PM logs, and repair documentation
Communicate equipment condition, repair status, and maintenance priorities to supervisors
Coordinate closely with operations to minimize production downtime
Requirements:
Technical certification or trade school training are preferred.
2-5 years’ experience as a welder with proficiency in MIG welding, Stick welding.
Experience welding heavy gauge steel
Welding Certifications preferred
MA 2A1C Hoisting licensing a plus
Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an industrial environment with exposure to noise, dust, varying temperatures and weather conditions.
Requires standing, climbing into and out of machines, lifting 50lbs regularly, twisting, bending, kneeling and walking on uneven ground.
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory.
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All U.S. applicants must be 18 years of age.
An offer of U.S. employment by Mid-City Scrap, LLC is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen and background check.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Mid-City Scrap, LLC does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status under local, state, or federal law.
Compensation details: 25-30 Hourly Wage
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Worksite address
brockton, MA, 02301, US
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