1600 East 29th Ave Columbus Nebraska 68601

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.

How you will contribute

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Sub Arc Seam Welder position in the Global Utility Division. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will operate a flux core sub-arc welding seamer and place a continuous seamed weld on one or two sides of the shafts. This person will be required to work on projects alone or in a team environment. Additionally, you will…

Work from the directions of the supervisor to move pole shafts into the seaming processor, set up and operate the sub-arc welder
Weld, grind, and repair each pole prior to presenting it to the Quality Inspectors. This person will also repair all seaming defects as directed by the Quality Inspectors
Perform most of the work individually on a seamer. Essential tools and welding equipment will be provided, however, accountability and maintenance will be the employee’s responsibility
Work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time product without manufacturing errors
Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management
Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures

What it takes

Required Qualifications

Incumbent to pass an AWS welder qualification test and be able to use the seamer sub-arc welding equipment without difficulty
Knowledge of welding properties of a variety of metals and alloys
A thorough knowledge of welding procedures and practices are essential to ensure the quality of the product. This will include the ability to calculate formula using basic mathematics, standard U.S. and Metric Measurements
Knowledgeable of Valmont’s quality procedures, standards, and practices and will be aware of Valmont’s environmental policies
At the end of 90 Calendar days the candidate must be able to maintain an acceptable level of production, quality and attendance as determined by Management

Highly qualified candidates will also possess:

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Graduation from an accredited trade school
One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
American Welding Society (AWS) welding certification
A high awareness for safety at all times
Ability to identify and communicate maintenance or product problems to departmental supervision
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:

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.

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