Experienced Welder

Valmont Group

Columbus (NE)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 41,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Annual performance based bonus plan

Employer paid short-term and long-term

Disability

Retirement plans

Dependent care

Employee assistance programs

Voluntary programs like tobacco cessat

Job summary

Valmont Group is seeking skilled welders for weekend 12-hour shifts (Fri–Sun) in Columbus, NE. Training Mon–Thu from 6:30 am to 4:30 pm, then transition to weekend day shift.

Duties include welding, cutting, and assembling steel poles and substations from blueprints, using a cutting torch and overhead crane, with emphasis on safety and quality. The role requires MIG welding experience, ability to read tape measures, and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED or equivalent; welding training preferred.
Experience reading blueprints or layouts is beneficial.
Strong safety awareness and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

Read blueprints and layouts to fit structural parts for welding prep.
Lay out markings on metal parts and cut with a torch.
Weld structural components for steel poles, substations, and structures.
Adjust welding equipment settings as required.
Move pole shafts using an overhead crane and gather parts.
Follow safety policies and wear protective gear.
Participate in department safety and maintain attendance.

Skills

MIG welding

Tape measure reading

Team environment

Follow instructions

Communication

Fast-paced work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school welding training

Tools

Welding equipment

Cutting torch

Overhead crane

Job description

1600 East 29th Ave Columbus Nebraska 68601

Why Valmont
We're Here to Move the World Forward.
Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.

Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today . We are the modern workforce . Are you ready to move the world forward?

Training will be Monday through Thursday from 6:30 am to 4:30 pm. Upon successful completion of training will transition to Weekend Day Shift.

This position will work Weekend Shift, 12 hour shifts, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. There will be a 4 hour attendance pay for completion of 36 hours.

Welcome to Valmont, where a world of opportunity awaits. When you join our team, you become part of a passionate group dedicated to changing lives and conserving resources around the globe. We want problem solvers who roll up their sleeves to foster progress and innovation for all people. At Valmont, we provide infrastructure, irrigation, tubing and coatings to the world. We strengthen cities. We nourish croplands. We design, manufacture and coat. Our products and services make a difference. Join us, and BUILD YOUR WORLD.

How you will contribute

Work from blueprints and layouts to accurately fit structural parts or components together in shop in preparation to 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 devises and wear all mandatory personal protective safety equipment
Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management
Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures

What it takes

Required Qualifications

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.

Highly qualified candidates will also possess:

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

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Well-being benefit package to ensure their individual and family's overall wellness needs are met.

Benefits include*:

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Annual performance based bonus plan
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability
Retirement plans
Dependent care
Employee assistance programs
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, mortgage services, home & auto insurance, health coaching and more.

Benefits

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