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Entry Level State Government Jobs in Worcester, MA

TerraTherm, Inc.

Field Technician - Welder

Gardner, MA · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

... local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment ... This is an entry-level position with tremendous room for growth within the field team. You will ...

TerraTherm, Inc.

Field Technician - Welder

Gardner, MA · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

... local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment ... This is an entry-level position with tremendous room for growth within the field team. You will ...

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Field Technician - Welder

TerraTherm, Inc.

Gardner, MA • On-site

$23 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Come join an amazing team of close to 900 employees dedicated to providing Excellence on Every Level!
We are seeking a dedicated Field Technician with welding capabilities to support the construction, operations, and maintenance of thermal remediation systems. This role combines our traditional Field Technician duties with the additional skill of performing MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on carbon-steel pipe, stainless-steel tubing, and rods.
Position Summary:
Work across all phases of TerraTherm projects, including construction, installation, operations support, maintenance, and demobilization. Assemble and disassemble vapor- and liquid-treatment systems. Operate various types of equipment and perform highquality welding and fabrication as required.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Assemble and disassemble vapor and liquid treatment equipment.
  • Operate forklifts and skid steers safely and efficiently.
  • Troubleshoot and repair system components.
  • Perform MIG, TIG, and Stick welding for construction and operations tasks.
  • Ensure weld quality with proper fitup, preparation, and inspection.
  • Follow TerraTherm safety practices and participate in safety programs.
  • Maintain professionalism, workmanship, and reliable communication.
Physical Demands:
  • Moderate to heavy exertion, including lifting to 50 lbs.
  • Standing, bending, stooping, and working on uneven terrain.
  • Outdoor work in varying climates.
  • Working around machinery, chemicals, and noisy environments.
Work Environment & Travel:
  • Remote Nationwide position with required travel
  • Working in various climates
Minimum Qualifications:
  • One year of experience in construction, mechanical, or maintenance fields.
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid driver's license with a clean record.
  • Ability to pass physical and drug/alcohol screenings.
  • Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, including carbon steel and stainlesssteel materials.

$23 - $28 per hour depending on experience

Respiratory Protection will be required to be worn if specified by a site-specific Health and Safety Plan, or when air monitoring indicates potential for exposure levels to reach an established action, level, threshold limit value (TLV), or permissible exposure limit (PEL). To comply with health and safety standards to protect against workplace hazards, employees may be required to shave or maintain facial hair in a manner that ensures a proper seal for respirator use.
Offer of employment is conditional upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and drug test and maintaining a clean driving record, in accordance with DOT requirements.
Cascade Environmental, LLC, and our subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies with regard to all aspects of one's employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination. EEO is the Law.
Cascade is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (425) 527-9700.
Why Join Us?This is an entry-level position withtremendous room for growth within the field team. You will gain hands-on experience and develop your skills in a supportive environment. There is potential for internal advancement into roles such as an operator or other leadership positions. You will be exposed to all the different types of projects TerraTherm performs.
TerraThermpartners with leading engineering firms, government agencies, corporations, and property owners in flexible, cooperative relationships to achieve cleanup goals.
Our experienced project teams and patented technologies are based on over 20 years of successful experience and R&D in the thermal remediation of soil, rock, and groundwater. The various technologies we incorporate to remove hazardous chemicals from the soil is second to none.
We invite and encourage those who want to make a difference, and who wish to be a part of implementing remedies to address our world's environmental issues, to apply.
TerraTherm Inc.a subsidiary ofCascadeoffers:
  • Comprehensive training and flexible career paths
  • Encouragement to pursue new roles nationwide, explore a variety of projects, and work with mentors and experts who help shape the industry
  • Comprehensive Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Company paid Basic Life Insurance / Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Health Reimbursement Account and Flexible Spending Account
  • Sick Leave / Holiday / Vacation Pay
  • License Bonuses / Tuition Reimbursement
  • Respiratory Protection will be required to be worn if specified by a site-specific Health and Safety Plan, or when air monitoring indicates potential for exposure levels to reach an established action, level, threshold limit value (TLV), or permissible exposure limit (PEL). To comply with health and safety standards to protect against workplace hazards, employees may be required to shave or maintain facial hair in a manner that ensures a proper seal for respirator use.
Who is Cascade?
From our roots as a Northwest regional drilling company, we have grown into a national, full-service environmental services company offering innovative solutions to our customers. We believe in excellence at every level and that includes hiring employees who are the best at what they do. We firmly believe our employees are the most critical component of our long-term success. At Cascade, we provide a career, not just a job.
Cascade's core purpose is to be the essential business partner that contributes to our clients' success and advancement in tackling even the most challenging environmental and geotechnical problems, to contribute to our industry and the betterment of our employee's careers and the communities we serve.
What does Cascade offer?
  • Comprehensive training and flexible career paths
  • Encouragement to pursue new roles nationwide, explore a variety of projects, and work with mentors and experts who help shape the industry
  • Comprehensive Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Company-paid Basic Life Insurance / Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Health Reimbursement Account and Flexible Spending Account
  • Sick Leave / Holiday / Vacation Pay
  • License Bonuses / Tuition Reimbursement
  • Charitable Donation Match
We are proud to provide a full range of benefits programs that help our employees and their families plan for today and their future. The benefits we offer are competitive and allow flexibility and choice to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families.
Who are you?
  • Hard-working, talented, and career-minded
  • Challenge-seeking
  • Strong desire to contribute to a stable, diverse organization
  • Work hard, play hard mindset
  • Open to continued learning and development
  • Collaborative, team player
  • Customer service minded

To learn more about our exciting career opportunities at Cascade, check out our Careers site atwww.cascade-env.com/careers.
Employment Type: Full-Time (Hourly)

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