Container Repair Specialist

Northwest Container Services (NWCS), a Waste Connections company, is looking for a safety conscious Container Repair Specialist to join the team in NW Portland, Oregon.

NWCS is an intermodal train yard that specializes in storage, repair and train movement for 20-ft, 40-ft, 45-ft, 48-ft and 53-ft containers and chassis. The container yard handles both empty and loaded containers. At NWCS, we’re striving to create a safe working culture and to make it a great place to work.

Schedule will be Monday – Friday

Shift will be 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Wage Range is $29.00 -$35.00/HR DOE

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Position Responsibilities

Container Repair:

• Welding, painting, and grinding responsibilities.
• Welding/Cutting abilities to include MIG, TIG, Stick, Aluminum, Plastic, Brazing, Carbon Arc, Plasma Cutting, OXY Acetylene, MAP Gas and Propane.
• Utilize grinder, drill, sanders, Sawzall, hand tools, hammers, sledge hammer, tape measure.
• Driving a forklift.
• Available to help mechanics in maintenance shop as required.
• General cleaning responsibilities.
• Equipment safety checks: air compressors, welders, ladders, extension cords, miscellaneous hand tools.
• Maintain and track inventory of container parts and supplies.
• Assemble, repair, and replace decals on chassis and containers.
• Ability to effectively communicate and understand needed repairs and/or tasks.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.

Requirements

• Strong commitment to personal safety and the safety of your team and the community we serve.
• This position requires excellent oral and written communication skills.
• This position requires ability to read and comprehend technical manuals.
• Desire to learn new skills and achieve excellence.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time, lift up to 75lbs. and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to climb, bend, and stoop to inspect chassis/trailers.
• Work environment may be indoors in a shop, or outdoors to repair trucks on the road. Usually well-lighted and ventilated. Sometimes necessary to work in awkward or tight positions and to handle greasy or dirty tools. These factors require following basic safety precautions.
• Annual Boot Allowance*
• Prescription Safety Glasses every 2 years*

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com.

Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

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".

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