Welder And Fabricator

Company Overview: Colorado Industrial Recycling is a family owned and operated metal recycler in Colorado Springs (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjcJ9P_AXDw&t=2s). We aim to set the standard for our industry when it comes to ethics, fairness, and professionalism. We value individuals who want to contribute to our aim to be the most outstanding recycling company in Colorado. If you are simply looking for a job, you need not apply. We want applicants that want to work hard and are selective in the jobs they pursue. If you seek an employer that values integrity, mutual accountability, and long-term growth, we are the place for you!

Responsibilities and Activities:
• Fabricate, refurbish, and repair roll-off containers
• Perform structural repairs on heavy mobile and yard equipment
• Fabricate structural items for facility modifications throughout the yard
• Other duties as assigned

Required Competencies:
• Foundational understanding of welding and fabrication, including blueprinting and trouble shooting
• Ability to operate 70-18 stick welders, MIG welders, plasma welders, grinders, ironworkers, drill presses and other pieces of shop equipment.
• Capacity to understand and follow established procedures
• Physical stamina to stand, stoop, and bend throughout an 8 hour shift
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. on an occasional basis throughout an 8 hour shift
• Integrity and personal accountability; providing clear and accurate reporting regarding work activities, acknowledging mistakes and oversights, and taking ownership of any required corrective action
• Safely and competently operate a forklift
• Must be 100% drug free.
 

Preferred Competencies:

• Previous experience with structural design
• Heavy equipment experience
• Basic computer competency
• A positive, upbeat, personality. A sense of humor is always a plus

Compensation and Benefits:

• Starts at $19.00 per hour
• Opportunities for continual pay increases based upon established development goals
• Benefits valued at up to $6,570 a year in Medical, Dental, and Vision, PTO, sick pay and a matching 401K
• The chance to join a triple-bottom-line business, with industry leading environmental accountability, health and safety practices, customer service, and community involvement