Welder- Queens NY

 🚛 Driver – Royal Waste Services
📍 Location: Queens, NY
💵 Pay Starting: $25.00- $32.00/per hour (based on relevant experience)
🕓 Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with some flexibility on Saturdays as needed

Royal Waste Services, a Waste Connections Company, is looking to add a Welder to our growing maintenance team in Queens NY.

Our priority is to hire skilled welders who prioritize safety—for our drivers, our equipment, and the communities we serve. As a welder with us the minimum responsibilities are:

• 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 (cranes and forklifts available)
• Operate a propane-powered forklift (5000 lb. capacity) and telehandler forklift -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 (formal training not required—backyard welding is welcome)
• 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
• Tools are not required to start, but employees are expected to build their toolset using the monthly tool allowance

SAFETY SENSITIVE: YES

Work Environment:

• Primarily outdoor and shop-based work
• 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.

WHY YOU NEED TO JOIN US

CULTURE: It’s a great place to work! We operate in an environment where empowered, self‑directed All Stars know the importance of their work.

INTEGRITY: Our definition is “saying what you will do and then doing it!” We keep our promises to our customers and our employees.

Waste Connections — Apply today and Connect with Your Future! https://careers.wasteconnections.com/us/en/

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.