Submerged Arc Seam Welder (Evening Shift)

955 North Haverhill Rd, El Dorado, Kansas 67042-4806

About the role

We’re a Fortune 1000 company that impacts millions of people around the world every day through technology that advances agricultural productivity and reimagines vital infrastructure. As a Submerged Arc Seam Welder, you’ll set up and operate the flux-core sub-arc seam welding machine to place a continuous seamed weld on one or two sides of pole shafts.

This is a 2nd shift position (4:00 pm – 2:30 am, Monday – Saturday) with a starting wage of $26.32/hr plus a $1.50/hr shift differential.

Responsibilities

• Fuse metal structural components using multiple Submerged Arc Welding processes to fabricate steel electrical poles and other structures
• Perform welding operations requiring planning, layout, and execution from blueprints or other specifications, including knowledge of welding properties of various metals
• Set up work, determine operation sequences, and weld objects involving critical safety and load requirements in various positions
• Perform repetitive assembling operations according to established procedures
• Use hand tools and measuring devices to complete tasks
• Move pole shafts using an overhead crane and gather parts and materials for projects
• Set up, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment
• Make mathematical calculations for product preparation and machinery setup
• Maintain a safe and productive work environment, ensuring quality products are shipped complete and on time
• Adhere to safety, quality, productivity, and delivery standards in a high-paced environment
• Wear required personal protective equipment and follow facility safety regulations

Requirements

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

Qualifications

Highly qualified candidates will also possess:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Graduation from an accredited trade school for welding
• Three or more years of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• One or more years of previous experience welding in a professional environment
• High awareness for safety at all times
• Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Benefits

Valmont offers a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package, including:

• 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 (tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services, and more)