Submerged Arc Seam Welder (Weekend Shift)

Valmont Industries • El Dorado, KS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. This is a weekend shift position with hours from 5:00 am - 5:30 pm on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, totaling 36 hours worked but paid for 40 hours. Training hours are from 5:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday - Thursday. The starting wage is $26.32 per hour. The Submerged Arc Seam Welder is an Individual Contributor responsible for the set-up and operation of the flux core sub-arc seam welding machine to place a continuous seamed weld on one or two sides of the pole shafts.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an internal welding test.
• Working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.).
• Knowledge of welding properties of a variety of metals.
• The ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or shop drawings.
• The ability to set up work and determine operation sequence.
• The ability to calculate formulas using basic mathematics and standard U.S. and Metric Measurements.
• The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues.
• The ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people.
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions.
• The ability to meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high-paced working environment.
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with most frequent lift up to 20 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited trade school for welding.
• Three years or more of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• One or more years of previous experience welding in a professional environment.
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times.
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Responsibilities

• Fuse (weld) metal structural components together by means of multiple forms of Submerged Arc Welding processes in the fabrication of steel electrical poles and other structures.
• Performs welding operations requiring planning and layout, working from blueprints and drawings or other specifications; requires a knowledge of welding properties of a variety of metals; setting up work and determining operation sequences; welding objects involving critical safety and load requirements; working in a variety of positions.
• Perform repetitive types of assembling operations according to procedures established by others; and use hand tools and measuring devices in the performance of work.
• Move pole shafts using an overhead crane and gather parts and materials to complete the project.
• Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty.
• Make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery.
• Maintain a safe and productive work environment producing a quality product which is shipped complete and on time to satisfy the needs of the customer.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and follow facility safety regulations.
• Maintain a safe and productive working environment.

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED