Welder/Assistant Mechanic Technician

COMPANY: Metalico Buffalo Inc. JOB TITLE: Welder/Assistant Mechanic Technician REPORTS TO: Ferrous Operations Manager JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Non-Exempt LOCATION: 127 Fillmore Ave. Buffalo NY, 14210 HOURS: Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:00pm, overtime as needed COMPENSATION: $22-26/hr, based on skills and experience.

PURPOSE: Metalico Buffalo is looking for a welder that will split responsibilities of welding, and working as a supportive mechanic technician, and running equipment as needed.

WELDING REQUIREMENTS:

- Competent in using equipment following all safety precautions and standards

- A steady hand and great attention to detail

- Knowledge of different kinds of metal and their properties is essential

- Read drawings and take or read measurements to plan and execute design

- Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements

- Set up components for welding according to specifications (e.g., cut material with powered saws to match measurements)

- Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded

- Align components using calipers, rulers, clamp pieces, etc.

- Weld components using material or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead)

- Repair machinery and other components by welding pieces and filling gaps

- Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws

- Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety

MECHANIC TECHNICIAN REQUIREMENTS:

- Some heavy equipment/diesel mechanical experience

- Assist with the following; install, troubleshoot, clean, inspect, and maintain mechanical equipment throughout the facility in a safe and productive manner

- Able to complete various light mechanical work, as well as change tires and oil

- Maintain a clean shop environment

QUALIFICATIONS:

- High School Diploma or equivalent

- Proven experience as a welder

- Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures

- Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers, etc.)

- Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings

- Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves, etc.)

- Deftness and attention to detail

- Successful completion of a relevant apprenticeship program, a plus

- Professional Certification (e.g., an AWS welding certificate), a plus

BENEFITS:

- Medical & Dental (70% employer paid)

- Flexible Spending Account (Out of pocket)

- Vision Insurance (Out of pocket)

- 401(k) (with 2.5% company match)

- Aflac Services (Out of pocket)

- Life Insurance (25k, 100% employer paid)

- 8.5 Paid Holidays

- Employee Referral $1000

- Safety Toe Boot and Safety Glasses Reimbursement Annually

- Paid Vacation

- Paid Sick Time

Metalico is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex(including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Metalico:

Metalico is a leading full-service, broadly diversified scrap metal recycler, principally operating in the Northeastern United States. Our scrap operations source, buy, process, and sell four distinct groups of commodity metals for use in the manufacture of new products:We recycle scrap steel and iron, which is sold primarily to domestic mills and foundries.We recycle non-ferrous metals, principally aluminum, copper, lead, and nickel-based steel and high temperature alloys.These products are sold to domestic manufacturers and, to a lesser extent, to the export markets. Metalico today employs 600 people in 27 operating locations across 6 states. Metalico is headquartered in Cranford, New Jersey.