Experienced Welder

Valmont Industries, Inc.•Columbus, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Valmont is seeking a highly motivated Welder for its Columbus facility. The Welder joins metal components to fabricate or repair products according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders, using brazing and a variety of arc and gas welding equipment. The role requires knowledge of welding procedures and practices to ensure product quality. The work includes fabricating steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures, moving pole shafts with an overhead crane, and following safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

Welding experience, preferably MIG welding.
Ability to read a tape measure.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to communicate and interact positively with coworkers.
Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Ability to maintain an acceptable level of production, quality, and attendance as determined by Management.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent, or graduation from an accredited welding trade school.
One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
Six months of previous experience welding in a professional environment.
High awareness of safety at all times.
Ability to identify and communicate maintenance or production problems to departmental supervision.
Passion, integrity, and drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Responsibilities

Read blueprints and layouts to accurately fit structural parts or components together in the shop in preparation for welding.
Lay out guidelines or marks on metal parts and cut metal with a cutting torch.
Weld metal structural components to fabricate steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures.
Adjust welding equipment to prescribed settings.
Move pole shafts using an overhead crane and gather parts and materials needed to complete projects.
Use all safety devices and wear mandatory personal protective safety equipment.
Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management.
Participate in department safety and demonstrate safety practices and behaviors that conform to Valmont policies and procedures.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.
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.
Annual performance-based bonus plan.
Dependent care.
Employee assistance programs and work-life support.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
Voluntary programs, including tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, health coaching, mortgage services, and home and auto insurance.