Assembly Welder

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Claremore, OK

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This person assembles and fits or welds together pole shaft halves to form a complete unit. Assembles large units that require precision. Fuses (welds) metal structural components together by means of arc welding using one process in the assembly of steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures. Assembles structural units ensuring alignment and proper symmetry of structure to be prepared for SAW process. Must be able to safely operate overhead crane. Must be able to safely flip pieces with an overhead crane and use hooks or plate clamps to align together with other pieces. Work may include a limited range of standard products requiring some fitting and/or welding. Works under conditions with accurate performance and completion of work within set time limits are essential for subsequent assembly operation. Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of tools and equipment. Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of overhead crane experience.
• Must be certified AWS D1.1 in the 1G and 2G position.
• Working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.)
• Ability to prioritize work in order to complete deadlines.
• Ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time result without errors.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assembles large units that requires precision
• Fuses (welds) metal structural components together by means of arc welding using one process in the assembly of steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures.
• Assembles structural units ensuring alignment and proper symmetry of structure to be prepared for SAW process.
• Safely operate overhead crane
• Safely flip pieces with an overhead crane and use hooks or plate clamps to align together with other pieces.
• Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed