Fitter/Welder - Multiple Night Shifts

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Jasper, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fitter/Welder lays out, aligns, fits, and welds fabricated metal components for utility poles, engineered support structures, and related assemblies. The associate reads blueprints and flat sheets, performs structural welding to established procedures, and uses hand tools and measuring devices to ensure accurate fit-up and finished quality. The role requires meeting production goals while maintaining safety standards, taking responsibility for tools and equipment, and working with other associates to complete jobs. It reports to the Shift Supervisor.

The position works one of the listed night schedules: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 p.m. to 6:15 a.m., or Friday through Sunday, 6:00 p.m. to 6:15 a.m. The associate operates equipment, makes calculations and work-level decisions affecting product quality and output, and is expected to perform all job functions satisfactorily within 90 days. The work takes place in an indoor shop that is not temperature controlled, with some work outdoors and exposure to varying temperatures, noise, fumes, dust, dirt, vibration, water, oil, electrical hazards, grease, and other production conditions. Required PPE includes safety glasses, hearing protection, metatarsal safety shoes, and other PPE required for production work.

Requirements

• Successfully complete a 1G weld test.
• Read and interpret blueprints for accurate product fit-up.
• Demonstrate proficiency in basic mathematics and measurement systems.
• Use a tape measure proficiently.
• Understand quality standards and production requirements.
• Solve problems with minimal supervision.
• Work efficiently and deliver error-free results on time.
• Support other team members as able.
• Maintain a high level of safety awareness.
• Clearly communicate written and verbal instructions.
• Perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimal conversions, and daily tape-measure use.
• Perform all position functions satisfactorily within 90 days of starting and obtain the valid Valmont welding certifications used in the position.
• Work the entire shift on one's feet in the shop and wear required PPE.
• Lift, push, and carry materials weighing under 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 0–3 years of experience in an industrial welding position.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow work instructions.
• Ability to communicate and interact positively with coworkers.
• Passion, integrity, and drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.
• AWS certified welder operator qualification for both SAW and GMAW processes.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, align, and weld fabricated metal components for utility poles, engineered support structures, and related structures.
• Interpret blueprints and fit components accurately in preparation for welding.
• Perform structural welding according to established procedures and safety standards.
• Use hand tools and measuring devices to ensure precision and quality.
• Meet production deadlines while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
• Use and maintain tools and equipment appropriately.
• Participate in safety programs and follow company safety policies and procedures.
• Prepare components by fitting them into a ready-to-weld condition.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and use safety devices.
• Safely operate overhead cranes, jibs, smashers, oxy-fuel equipment, and plasma cutting equipment.
• Submit two safety contact cards each month.
• Make mathematical calculations when preparing products or setting up machinery.
• Enter and track personal productivity in Mii, receive company communications through Outlook, request time off using Workforce, and access prints through EVAULT as needed.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare, including medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision
• 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