Chemical Process Tank Technician

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Valley, NE

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This individual contributor position monitors galvanizing equipment and fluids to ensure safe, proper operation and high-quality galvanized products. The technician adjusts flow rates to maximize iron and zinc sulfate crystal output; levels and changes crystal bags and filters; performs minor maintenance on process tanks; adds acid; and maintains tank fluid levels and temperatures. The position also involves adding nickel and albumin to the kettle, monitoring the reverse osmosis system, and assisting with operation of the molten zinc recovery machine. Other duties include assisting with crystal trailer loading and material handler work, washing down process tanks, maintaining the dryer and areas beneath the tanks, and supporting plant cleanup and housekeeping. The technician maintains accurate logs, reports problems or needs to departmental supervision, and works safely with required personal protective equipment. The role requires respirator use, including passing an OSHA-standard fit test; facial hair that interferes with the respirator seal must be trimmed or removed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Compensation is $24.62 per hour plus a $2 shift differential. The position reports to the Coatings Maintenance Manager.

Requirements

• No degree is required.
• Zero to one year of relevant experience.
• Work with exposure to sulfuric acid.
• Ability to operate a forklift and use hand tools, electrical drills, saws, and pneumatic tools.
• Work one to two shifts of overtime per week.
• Ability to wear a respirator for extended periods and other required production-facility personal protective equipment.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to read and interpret simple charts, tables, flow diagrams, and troubleshooting guides.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for up to 95% of the shift.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds, with most frequent lifts up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to communicate and interact professionally with coworkers.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions.
• High safety awareness, including recognizing hazardous substances and understanding employee responsibilities for chemical safety.
• Ability to complete a respirator fit test per OSHA standards; facial hair interfering with the respirator seal must be trimmed or removed.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• One year of experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• One year of experience operating hand and/or power tools.
• One year of experience with overhead crane operations.
• Prior on-the-job troubleshooting experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor galvanizing equipment and fluids and adjust flow rates.
• Add acid and maintain fluid levels and temperatures in galvanizing process tanks.
• Add nickel and albumin to the kettle and monitor the reverse osmosis system.
• Level and change crystal bags and filters.
• Perform minor maintenance on galvanizing process tanks using hand and power tools.
• Operate a forklift.
• Maintain and complete accurate logs.
• Assist in operating the molten zinc recovery machine.
• Assist with material handler duties as needed, including loading the crystal trailer.
• Wash down process tanks and maintain the dryer area and spaces beneath the process tanks.
• Assist with general plant cleanup and housekeeping.
• Communicate problems or needs to departmental supervision.
• Work safely and conscientiously, paying attention to detail and following work instructions.

Benefits

• Healthcare, including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) 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, including tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, and mortgage services.

What This Job Offers

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