Electromechanical Technician - Weekend Day Shift

Responsibilities

• Install various types of power distribution equipment including gutters, disconnects, conduits and cables in accordance with UL and National Electric Code
• Perform diagnosis, testing, disassembly, inspecting, precise measuring, repair and re-assembly of plant equipment or components with limited instruction
• Maintain and install controllers and control equipment and change, alter, or modify existing equipment when necessary
• Install and repair lighting up to 480V
• Repair small fixtures, fans, and appliances while also repairing welders, wire feeds, plasma cutters, and motors over 110V
• Perform pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical troubleshooting and repair plant production equipment as needed
• Use troubleshooting aids such as digital VOM to accurately interpret readings
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area and perform general housecleaning tasks as needed
• Record labor and materials and report abnormal conditions and safety hazards
• Occasionally assist newer co-workers and technicians in the first-tier with various tasks

Requirements

• Must agree to complete and pass a defined list of technical course work or be actively pursuing a degree in Electromechancial Technology (waived for employees with a degree in Electromechanical Technology)
• 2-4 years of relevant work experience
• The ability to pass the written Electromechanical Technician II test and a level II hands-on test
• The ability to climb and work at elevated heights of up to eighty feet
• The ability to work over ten hours a week in overtime when required for business needs
• One year of previous experience maintaining industrial equipment
• One year of previous experience using industrial lifting equipment, cranes or hoists
• One year of previous experience using at least one of the following troubleshooting aides: thermography gun, digital VOM, volt, ohm or amp meters
• The ability to accurately interpret electrical schematics, blueprints and National Electrical Code books for both AC & DC electrical systems
• The ability to read and understand hydraulic and pneumatic valves and prints
• A working knowledge of using e-mail
• Experience operating a forklift
• Experience welding and fabricating
• Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical troubleshooting
• Experience with low-voltage electrical / electronic troubleshooting
• Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Qualifications

• A degree in Electromechanical Technology or Electrical Technology is preferred
• 5+ years of relevant work experience

Benefits

Valmont offers a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure employees and their families’ overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include:

• 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

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.