Valmont Industries

Overview

Valmont is a Fortune 1000 company dedicated to advancing agricultural productivity and vital infrastructure. The Welder position in Columbus, Nebraska involves welding metal components to fabricate or repair products, requiring a thorough knowledge of welding procedures and practices.

Responsibilities

• Work from blueprints and layouts to accurately fit structural parts or components together in preparation for welding.
• Lay out guidelines or marks on metal parts and cut metal with a cutting torch.
• Weld metal structural components together in the fabrication of steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures.
• Adjust welding equipment to its prescribed settings.
• Move pole shafts using an overhead crane and gather parts and materials to complete the project.
• Utilize all safety devices and wear all mandatory personal protective safety equipment.
• Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management.
• Actively participate in department safety and demonstrate excellent safety practices.

Requirements

• Must have weld experience – preferably MIG welding.
• The ability to read a tape measure.
• Must excel in a team environment.
• The ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner.
• The ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment.
• Able to maintain an acceptable level of production, quality and attendance as determined by Management.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent or graduation from an accredited trade school for welding.
• One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Six months of previous experience welding in a professional environment.
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times.
• The ability to identify and communicate maintenance or production problems to departmental supervision.
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• 401k
• PTO
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability

Additional Information

• Location: 1600 East 29th Ave Columbus Nebraska 68601
• Shift: 3rd Shift