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Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

Available Shifts:

• 2nd - Monday to Thursday from 5:00pm-3:30am.

Pay: $27.40/hr with a $1.50/hr night shift differential. Pay increase at 90-day and 6-month anniversary.

A Brief Summary of This Position

This is an individual contributor position responsible for operating a flux-core sub-arc welder that places a continuous joint prep weld around the circumfrance of the base and shaft of a steel multi-sided shaft that will be ultrasonic tested. This person will be required to work on projects alone or in a team environment.

Essential Functions

• Load and unload pole sections on to base seld station with an overhead crane
• Preheat baseplate, as required
• Apply a backing weld using the GMAW process
• Prep groove using carbon arc gouging and or grinding
• Operate sub-arc welder and observe the weld as the weld metal is deposited
• Adjust amperage and wire speed according to WPS to meet quality specifications
• Self inspect welds to ensure quality of workmanship and rework if required
• Perform excavation of welds using carbon arc gouging and repairing using GMAW to repair welds that have failed Ultrasonic Testing
• May be assigned to work in other work centers when machine is not in operation
• Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors that conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in department LEAN activities and demonstrated performance working in a team environment
• Demonstrate knowledge of Valmont’s quality procedures, standards, and practices

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• A minimum of 0-1 year of welding experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Read blueprints and use a tape measure
• The ability to pass an American Welding Society (AWS) welder operator qualification test for submerged arc welding (SAW) and gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
• The ability to operate overhead cranes
• The ability to setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty
• The ability to make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery
• The ability to read and interpret blue prints and flat sheets without assistance and use them to properly weld scheduled work
• The ability to interpret Weld Procedures and Work Instructions
• Must be able to safely lift up to 50 pounds maximum, although most frequent lift is up to 20 pounds
• Ability to be trained on and pass tests for operating an overhead crane and forklift
• Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty
• Must possess acceptable work history and attendance record
• A thorough knowledge of welding procedures and practices are essential to ensure the quality of the product.

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• Previous experience with sub-arc welding
• Ability to communicate and interact with coworkers and supervisor
• Prior experience working in a manufacturing setting
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

• 401k retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off

• Employer paid life insurance

• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

• Work Life Support

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.