About this role
🚛 Driver – Royal Waste Services 📍 Location: Queens, NY 💵 Pay Starting: $25.00- $32.00/per hour (based on relevant experience) 🕓 Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with some flexibility on Saturdays as needed
Royal Waste Services, a Waste Connections Company, is looking to add a Welder to our growing maintenance team in Queens NY. Our priority is to hire skilled welders who prioritize safety—for our drivers, our equipment, and the communities we serve. As a welder with us the minimum responsibilities are:
• Perform welding and fabrication on dumpsters and containers, with occasional work on truck bodies and intermodal trailer containers • Drive a company flatbed vehicle to pick up parts or containers (no CDL required) • Use wire feed MIG welders, plasma cutters, and torches for repair and fabrication • Paint containers using rollers and brushes (no spray painting involved) • Lift and move heavy materials; must lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted (cranes and forklifts available) • Operate a propane-powered forklift (5000 lb. capacity) and telehandler forklift -certification provided after hire • Work closely with a small, two-person team—communication and teamwork are essential • Prioritize safety on the job by following all safety protocols and procedures
Requirements:
• Welding experience (formal training not required—backyard welding is welcome) • Experience with MIG welding and common fabrication tools • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record • Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted and work safely around heavy equipment • Comfortable working in both outdoor and indoor shop environments • Team-oriented with strong communication skills • Forklift experience is a plus (certification provided after hire) • Reliable, self-motivated, and safety-conscious • Tools are not required to start, but employees are expected to build their toolset using the monthly tool allowance
SAFETY SENSITIVE: YES
Work Environment:
• Primarily outdoor and shop-based work • Regular exposure to dust, fumes, grease, and welding smoke • Frequent loud noises from equipment and tools • Physical work, including standing, bending, and lifting • Variable temperatures depending on weather—can include hot, cold, or wet conditions • All necessary PPE is provided and required to maintain a safe work environment
Safety is our top priority, and we are committed to providing a work environment where our employees can thrive while being safe and well-supported.
WHY YOU NEED TO JOIN US CULTURE: It’s a great place to work! We operate in an environment where empowered, self‑directed All Stars know the importance of their work. INTEGRITY: Our definition is “saying what you will do and then doing it!” We keep our promises to our customers and our employees.
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Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.