2nd Shift Industrial Welder/Mechanic - Heavy Equipment in Blue Island, Illinois at Blue Island Recycling, LLC

Job Description

Blue Island Recycling is seeking a dependable and experienced Industrial Welder/Mechanic to join our second-shift team.

This is a hands-on industrial position working with heavy scrap-processing equipment, including our large industrial hammer mill/shredder used to process automobiles and other scrap metal.

The Welder/Mechanic will perform welding, fabrication, and repair work on the hammer mill/shredder and other equipment throughout the facility. This position will also perform light-to-medium mechanical repairs, repair and replace hoses, assist with equipment breakdowns, and drain fluids from large trucks and vehicles being prepared for processing.

We are looking for someone who is mechanically inclined, dependable, safety-minded, and comfortable working in a fast-paced scrap metal recycling environment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform welding and fabrication repairs on our scrap metal hammer mill/shredder and related equipment

Weld, cut, grind, fabricate, reinforce, and repair heavy steel components

Inspect equipment and identify worn, cracked, damaged, or broken components requiring repair

Perform light-to-medium duty mechanical repairs on industrial and recycling equipment

Inspect, repair, and replace damaged or leaking hydraulic and other equipment hoses

Assist with troubleshooting mechanical problems and equipment breakdowns

Remove and replace worn or damaged mechanical components

Perform routine equipment inspections and assist with preventative maintenance

Drain oil, fuel, coolant, and other fluids from large trucks and vehicles prior to processing

Properly collect, contain, and handle drained vehicle fluids

Safely operate welding equipment, cutting torches, grinders, hand tools, power tools, and other maintenance equipment

Assist with repairs and maintenance on other equipment throughout the facility as needed

Maintain a clean and organized work area

Follow all company safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements

Perform other duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

Previous welding experience required

Heavy fabrication and/or industrial welding experience strongly preferred

Prior experience working in a scrap metal yard, recycling facility, or similar heavy industrial environment strongly preferred

Mechanical repair, equipment repair, or industrial maintenance experience preferred

Experience welding and repairing heavy steel or industrial equipment strongly preferred

Ability to safely use welding equipment, cutting torches, grinders, hand tools, and power tools

Basic knowledge of hydraulic hoses and mechanical systems preferred

Ability to perform basic mechanical troubleshooting and repairs

Must be comfortable working around large industrial machinery and heavy equipment

Must be dependable and able to work the full scheduled shift

Must be able to work safely in an active industrial environment

Ability to speak Spanish is a plus, but is not required

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Direct experience working on a scrap metal hammer mill or shredder is preferred but not required.

Candidates with welding, fabrication, or mechanical experience involving scrap metal shredders or hammer mills, crushers, screening equipment, conveyors, material-processing equipment, heavy construction or demolition equipment, mining or aggregate equipment, recycling equipment, heavy trucks, industrial machinery, or other heavy steel fabrication and repair work are encouraged to apply.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position is located at an active scrap metal recycling and processing facility. Employees work around heavy machinery, trucks, industrial equipment, scrap metal, dirt, dust, grease, noise, and changing weather conditions.

This is a hands-on position. Applicants should be comfortable getting dirty, working around scrap metal and heavy equipment, and performing physical work in an industrial environment.

SCHEDULE

Monday through Friday

2:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Weekends Off

This is a full-time, second-shift position. Applicants must be able to reliably work the entire scheduled shift.