Chemical Process Tank Technician

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) retirement plan with company0|

Paid time off

Employer-paid life insurance

Employer-paid short-term disability

Employer-paid long-term disability

Work Life Support

Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per

Tobacco cessation programs

Type 2 diabetes reversal program

One-on-one health coaching

Mortgage services

Job summary

Valmont Industries, Inc. in Salina, KS seeks a Chemical Process Tank Technician to monitor galvanizing equipment and fluids, adjust flow, and perform minor maintenance. You will handle acid, monitor temperatures, operate the MZR machine, and assist with loading and housekeeping in a safety-focused environment.

This is an entry-level, individual contributor role with 0–1 year of experience, requiring basic math, PPE use, and the ability to stand most of the shift. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• No degree required.
• 0 to 1 year of relevant experience.
• Exposure to sulfuric acid.
• Ability to operate forklift; use hand tools, electrical drills, saws, and pneumatic tools.
• Availability to work 1 to 2 shifts of overtime per week.
• Wear a respirator and other required PPE for extended periods.
• Perform basic math functions.
• Read and interpret simple charts, tables, flow diagrams, and troubleshooting guides.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 95% of the shift.
• Lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs, most frequent lift up to 20 lbs.
• Communicate and interact with coworkers professionally.
• Pay attention to detail and follow work instructions.
• High awareness of safety, recognizing hazardous substances, and knowledge of chemical safety.

Responsibilities

• Monitor galvanized equipment and adjust flow rates.
• Add acid and maintain fluid levels and temperatures in the galvanizing processing tanks.
• Add nickel and albumin to the kettle; monitor the RO system.
• Operate hand/power tools for minor maintenance of galvanizing tanks.
• Operate forklift and manage basic equipment in the plant.
• Maintain and complete accurate logs.
• Work safely with PPE and communicate issues to supervision.
• Assist in operating the MZR machine and general plant clean‑up.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Reading charts

Basic math

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Forklift operation

Job description

1100 North Ohio St, Salina, Kansas 67401-2403

A Brief Summary Of This Position

This is an individual contributor position responsible for monitoring galvanizing equipment and fluids to ensure safe and proper galvanizing operation for high quality galvanized products. The Chemical Process Tank Technician adjusts flow rates to provide maximum output of iron and zinc sulfate crystals, levels and changes crystal bags and filters, performs minor maintenance on the galvanizing process tanks, adds acid, maintains fluid levels and temperatures, operates the molten zinc recovery (MZR) machine, assists with loading the crystal trailer, washes down the process tanks, maintains the dryer area and areas under the process tanks, and assists in general plant clean‑up, housekeeping, and works safely with the required PPE.

Essential Functions

• Monitor galvanized equipment and fluids, adjusting flow rates.
• Add acid and maintain fluid levels and temperatures in the galvanizing processing tanks.
• Add nickel and albumin to the kettle, monitor the RO system.
• Operate screwdrivers, wrenches, and cutting tools for minor maintenance of the galvanizing process tanks.
• Operate forklift.
• Maintain and complete accurate logs.
• Work safely and attentively with constant focus on details.
• Communicate problems or needs to departmental supervision.

Important Details About The Role

• Assist in operating the MZR machine.
• Assist in Material Handler duties as needed.
• Assist in general plant clean‑up and housekeeping.
• Serve as a person of passion and integrity who strives for excellence and delivers exceptional results.
• This position reports to the Coatings Maintenance Manager.

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate

• No degree required.
• 0 to 1 year of relevant experience.
• Exposure to sulfuric acid.
• Ability to operate a forklift; use hand tools, electrical drills, saws, and pneumatic tools.
• Availability to work 1 to 2 shifts of overtime per week.
• Wear a respirator and other required PPE for extended periods.
• Perform basic math functions.
• Read and interpret simple charts, tables, flow diagrams, and troubleshooting guides.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 95% of the shift.
• Lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs, most frequent lift up to 20 lbs.
• Communicate and interact with coworkers professionally.
• Pay attention to detail and follow work instructions.
• High awareness of safety, recognizing hazardous substances, and knowledge of employee responsibilities for chemical safety.

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• One year of experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• One year of experience operating hand and/or power tools.
• One year of experience with overhead crane operations.
• Prior on‑the‑job troubleshooting experience.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 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 such as tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one‑on‑one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant 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. If you have a disability and require assistance in filling out the application for employment, email [e-mail].