Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the greater New York, New Jersey and Connecticut markets with a rail-served landfill in Ohio!  IWS is committed to delivering high-quality waste, recycling and environmental services, while prioritizing the safety of our employees, customers and communities. We cater to a diverse range of industrial, medical and commercial/residential customers. 

Founded in 1998, IWS has grown over the years through acquisitions, many of which were family-owned businesses that remain a part of our team today. We’re proud to combine the resources of a large company with the values and care of a family-run business. 

We are seeking an experienced Maintenence Compactor Repair Technician / Mechanic who is also a WELDER for our Newtown, CT Container Shop.

This is a full time, Union, non-exempt, hourly position with a schedule of 7AM to 4:30PM Monday thru Friday and some Saturdays (depending on business needs.)

Amazing Union benefits, plus 401K, overtime, and a health and retirement security account included.

$25.00 to $35.00 per hour to start depending on expereince level.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform minor repairs and apply basic welding processes.
• Repair compactors, containers, carts, and dumpsters.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections, diagnostic and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems on compactors.
• Conduct safety checks on compactors and containers.
• Complete required paperwork utilizing fleet maintenance software program associated with repairing compactors and containers, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Perform service calls for compactor repair.
• Perform related work such as flame cutting, bending, forming, beveling, notching of metal and plastic parts.
• Perform all work within Standard Repair Times (SRTs).
• Work from prints, drawings, and verbal instructions.
• Perform standard layouts and set-ups of dimensions and tolerances.
• Utilize standard shop hand tools, measuring devices and equipment.
• Perform other maintenance related work as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards.

Qualifications:

• Experience in welding processes such as MIG, stick, and torch welding on a variety of materials.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and practices necessary while operating or repairing compactors, containers, and carts.
• Skill in operating tools equipment, parts and procedures utilized during the repair and servicing of compactors, containers, and carts. Basic understanding of design techniques, principles, and tools necessary for the precise production of technical plans, drawings, models, and blueprints.
• Excellent ability to read and listen to assignments given in a variety of forms.
• Basic understanding of mathematics as related to welding assignments.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to weld components that are vertical, flat, or overhead. 
• Must have enough manual dexterity and stability as required for precision work.
• Must be able to see details at close range.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.
• Must be able to traverse facilities and machinery by climbing, balancing, lifting, walking, stooping, and carrying materials. 

About Interstate Waste Services, Inc.

Interstate Waste Services, Inc. (“IWS”) is a vertically integrated provider of solid waste and recycling services in the greater New York City, New Jersey and Connecticut markets. IWS operates over 1,000 collection vehicles throughout these regions, supported by a network of 22 material recovery, transfer and transload facilities, as well as a rail-served solid waste landfill. As one of the largest privately held solid waste companies in the U.S., IWS is a recognized leader in utilizing waste-by-rail transportation to reduce vehicle miles traveled and greenhouse gas emissions.

About Our Culture:

At Interstate Waste Services, we pride ourselves on our unique "family business" culture. Since 2002, we've completed over 30 acquisitions, most of which were family-owned businesses who still work with us today. This has allowed us to maintain a culture grounded in the same family values we established in 1998, the year we were founded. Despite our rapid growth, we seamlessly blend the high standards of a large corporate company with the personalized care and support of a small business. When you join IWS, you become part of a team focused on providing essential services safely, doing the right thing and making a difference every day in the communities served. Come be a part of something great at IWS!

Career opportunities

We believe in providing the training and development you need to grow your career with Interstate Waste Services. Many of our Supervisors, Managers, and other leadership staff started their careers as Helpers, Drivers, or Dispatchers. IWS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

This job description is intended to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the job, rather than exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or experience. Other duties may be assigned, requested, or required. Aspects of the job may be altered without notice.

Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.