Welder – 3rd Shift

Why Valmont

Welcome to Valmont, where a world of opportunity awaits. When you join our team, you become part of a passionate group dedicated to changing lives and conserving resources around the globe. We want problem solvers who roll up their sleeves to foster progress and innovation for all people. At Valmont, we provide infrastructure, irrigation, tubing and coatings to the world. We strengthen cities. We nourish croplands. We design, manufacture and coat. Our products and services make a difference. Join us, and BUILD YOUR WORLD.

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.
• 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

• Must have been in current position for 6 months
• Three 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

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.