Welder I

Valmont Industries, Inc. • Tulsa, OK

1d • $26 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Valmont is seeking a Welder I for its Global Utility Division. The position welds metal components to fabricate or repair products according to layouts, blueprints, and work orders, using brazing and various arc and gas welding equipment. Work includes structural welding in the fabrication of steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures. The role involves limited planning, layout, and blueprint interpretation, and welding in a single position under moderate safety and load requirements. The employee also moves pole shafts and materials with an overhead crane, follows safety policies, and learns Valmont fitting processes within the first 6–12 months of employment.

Available shifts are 2nd shift, Monday through Thursday, 5:00 p.m.–3:30 a.m.; 4th shift, Friday through Sunday, 5:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; and 5th shift, Friday through Sunday, 5:00 p.m.–5:00 a.m. Starting pay is $26.24 per hour, with potential to reach $28.60 per hour by the six-month anniversary. Night shift has a $2.00 per hour differential.

Requirements

• At least one month of hands-on welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or professional environment.
• Successful completion of an internal welding test.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Working knowledge of fixturing and weld setup parameters, including amps and volts.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, including weld requirement symbology.
• One year of experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding by fusing metal components using arc welding processes to fabricate steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures.
• Perform welding operations involving limited planning, layout work, and interpretation of blueprints and written specifications to determine operation sequence.
• Carry out welding activities involving moderate safety and load requirements while working in a single position.
• Move pole shafts and materials using an overhead crane.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership and management.
• Participate in department safety initiatives and follow Valmont safety policies and procedures.
• Learn and apply Valmont fitting processes within the first 6–12 months of employment.

Benefits

• Healthcare, including medical, prescription drugs, 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