Fabricator (Diesel / Heavy Equipment) | Fife, WA

Waste Connections US Inc

Fife, WA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$28–$35 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Blueprints, CDL Driver's License, Communication Skills, Compactor, Diesel Engine, Driver's License, English Language, Environmental Compliance, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Hand Tools, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Identify Issues, OSHA, Operations, Order Picking/Packing, Physical Demands, Safety/Work Safety, Schematics, Team Player, Testing, Vehicle Fleets, Waste Disposal, Waste/Garbage/Recycle Collection, Welding
ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION
none
LOCATION
Fife, WA
POSTED
8 days ago

DM Disposal, a Waste Connections company, is seeking a skilled and safety-focused

Fabricator to join our maintenance team in Fife, Washington.


This role is ideal for candidates with experience as a diesel technician, heavy equipment mechanic, or truck fabricator, performing welding, fabrication, and structural repairs on hook

trucks, roll-off trucks, garbage trucks, containers, and compactors that support

daily operations.

We are looking for a hands-on professional who values safety, quality workmanship,

and teamwork in a fast-paced shop environment.


Pay and Schedule


Hourly Wage: $28.00 to $35.00 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Tool Allowance: $125 per month


Key Responsibilities


  • Perform fabrication, welding, and structural repairs on hook trucks, roll-off trucks, and other solid waste and heavy-duty vehicles
  • Repair, reinforce, and modify containers, compactors, and related equipment
  • Diagnose and repair metal fatigue, cracks, and structural damage on truck bodies and equipment
  • Weld using MIG, TIG, stick, and other methods in vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications
  • Select appropriate materials, welding methods, and tools for each job
  • Inspect and test completed work to ensure safety and durability
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment in compliance with OSHA and company standards
  • Document work performed, parts used, and repair time
  • Collaborate with mechanics and other shop personnel to support fleet uptime


Tools and Equipment


  • Candidates are expected to provide a basic set of personal tools
  • Extensive shop tools and equipment are available on-site for shared use
  • Monthly $125 tool allowance provided to support tool maintenance and growth


Working Conditions and Physical Requirements


  • Frequent lifting, pushing, and pulling of items over 50 pounds
  • Regular climbing, bending, and working in confined or awkward positions
  • Exposure to moving mechanical parts, noise, vibration, and outdoor weather conditions
  • Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, depending on operational needs
  • Use of PPE is required at all times


Required Qualifications


  • 3 to 4 years of experience in fabrication, welding, diesel repair, or heavy equipment maintenance
  • Experience working on trucks, trailers, or heavy industrial equipment strongly preferred
  • Proficiency with multiple welding techniques (MIG, TIG, stick)
  • Ability to operate hand and power tools (saws, grinders, calipers, measuring tools)
  • Valid Washington State driver's license
  • CDL is a plus
  • Ability to pass pre-employment screenings (background check, drug test, and motor vehicle report)
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English for safe and accurate job performance
  • Safety Sensitive: Yes
  • 3 to 4 years of experience in fabrication, welding, diesel repair, or heavy equipment maintenance
  • Experience working on trucks, trailers, or heavy industrial equipment strongly preferred
  • Proficiency with multiple welding techniques (MIG, TIG, stick)
  • Ability to operate hand and power tools (saws, grinders, calipers, measuring tools)
  • Valid Washington State driver's license
  • CDL is a plus
  • Ability to pass pre-employment screenings (background check, drug test, and motor vehicle report)
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English for 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.


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Waste Connections US Inc