Welder

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Valmont modernizes vital infrastructure and increases agricultural productivity, sustainably and reliably. The company galvanizes steel to last a century with minimal environmental impact.

Job Profile

The company is looking for a Welder who will weld metal components together to fabricate or repair products according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders using brazing and a variety of arc and gas welding equipment.

Education Level

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent, or Graduation from an accredited Trade School for welding

Work Experience

• Must have weld experience, preferably MIG welding
• 1 year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• 6 months of previous experience welding in a professional environment

Duties/Responsibilities

• Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors that conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• Adjust welding equipment to its prescribed settings
• Lay out guidelines or marks on metal parts and cut metal with a cutting torch
• Move pole shafts using an overhead crane and gather parts and materials to complete the project
• Utilize all safety devices and wear all mandatory personal protective equipment
• Weld metal structural components together in the fabrication of steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures
• Work from blueprints and layouts to accurately fit structural parts or components together in the shop in preparation for welding
• Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Able to maintain an acceptable level of production, quality, and attendance as determined by Management.
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
• Must excel in a team environment
• Must have a high awareness of safety at all times
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• The ability to identify and communicate maintenance or production problems to departmental supervision
• The ability to read a tape measure
• The ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions
• The ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment

Work Environment

• Frequent exposure to sparks and fumes
• Hot, noisy, and industrial environments
• Precision and focus under pressure
• Requires protective gear and masks
• Standing, bending, and lifting often

Benefits/Perks

• 401 (k) retirement plan with company match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability, including maternity leave
• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision)
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• Voluntary programs
• Work-Life Support

Employer’s Statement

Valmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer.