General Labor $17.00/hour
About The Position
Valmont is currently seeking highly motivated and talented individuals for the General Shop Help position in the Global Coatings Division. We are looking for a highly driven individual who may: -Work in the racking department Prepare products and materials for the galvanizing process by hanging on spreader bars Stage tubular products Prepare small parts for galvanizing Hand wire small to medium–sized parts to racks for pickling or galvanizing Pull and place chains and ropes around steel bundles for racking -Work in the kettle area Perform paddling functions to enhance the quality level of the galvanized products Use air guns to blow off zinc needles Use air or electric powered tools to help prepare steel for pickling or galvanizing Use hand-held remote control for kettle hoists Work safely, protecting self and others from accident and injury -Work in the finishing department Move lightweight pieces of steel by hand from different locations in the plant and yard Assist in general plant clean up and housekeeping Use air or elect to deburr galvanized products Use file to deburr galvanized products Stack materials for shipment Remove chains and wires and products from universal racks
Requirements
- The ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions
- The ability to accurately read a tape measure
- The ability to communicate problems or needs to departmental supervision
- The ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
- The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
- Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Six months of previous experience in a galvanizing position
- Six months of previous experience with hand tools and gauges including impact wrenches, air grinders, drills, taps, oxygen acetylene torches, and mill gauges
- Six months of previous experience operating a bridge crane
- Must have a high awareness for safety at all times
Responsibilities
- Prepare products and materials for the galvanizing process by hanging on spreader bars
- Stage tubular products
- Prepare small parts for galvanizing
- Hand wire small to medium–sized parts to racks for pickling or galvanizing
- Pull and place chains and ropes around steel bundles for racking
- Perform paddling functions to enhance the quality level of the galvanized products
- Use air guns to blow off zinc needles
- Use air or electric powered tools to help prepare steel for pickling or galvanizing
- Use hand-held remote control for kettle hoists
- Work safely, protecting self and others from accident and injury
- Move lightweight pieces of steel by hand from different locations in the plant and yard
- Assist in general plant clean up and housekeeping
- Use air or elect to deburr galvanized products
- Use file to deburr galvanized products
- Stack materials for shipment
- Remove chains and wires and products from universal racks
Benefits
- Healthcare through the company (medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision)
- Union Pension Fund with employer contribution
- Paid time off
- Employer paid life insurance
- Work Life Support
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
