Why Valmont
We’re Here to Move the World Forward.
Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.
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 through Thursday 5:00pm - 3:30m
Starting Pay: $24.49/hr with a $1.00/hr night shift differential. Pay increase at 90-day and 6-month anniversary.
How you will contribute
Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Welder I position in the Global Utility Division. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will weld metal components together to fabricate or repair products according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders, using brazing and variety of arc and gas welding equipment. Additionally, you will…
* Fuse (weld) metal structural components together by means of arc welding using one process in the fabrication of steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures.
* Perform welding operations requiring a limited amount of planning and lying out of work from blueprints or other written specifications and determining operation sequence.
* Perform some welding on objects involving moderate safety and load requirements working in one position.
* Movement of pole shafts using an overhead crane and the gathering of parts and materials to complete the project.
* Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management.
* Participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures.
What it takes
Required Qualifications
* One month of previous hands-on welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication or professional environment
* Successful completion of an internal welding test
* The ability to perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing
* Must have working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.)
Highly qualified candidates will also possess:
* High School Diploma or GED equivalent
* The ability to read and comprehend blueprints including weld requirement symbology
* One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
* Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
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:
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Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
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401k retirement plan with company match
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Paid time off
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Employer paid life insurance
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Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
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Work Life Support
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Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
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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.
Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Well-being benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met.
Benefits include*:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Employer paid life insurance
- Employer paid short-term and long-term disability
- Retirement plans
- Dependent care
- Employee assistance programs
- Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, mortgage services, home & auto insurance, health coaching and more.
*Due to the nature of Valmont’s Global Business and Union contracts, not all benefits are the same
