General Laborer

Valmont Industries; West Point (NE); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Work Life Support

Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per

Voluntary programs like tobacco Cess &

additional company perks

Job summary

Valmont is seeking a Full‑Time General Labor contributor for its Coatings Division in West Point, Nebraska. Multiple shifts are available: Graveyard (9:30pm – 6:00am), Day (5:00am – 1:30pm), and Night (1:15pm – 9:45pm).

The role involves preparing products for galvanizing, hanging angles, staging tubular products, and handling small parts with tools. Emphasis on safety, teamwork, and reliable attendance is required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Able to read a tape measure accurately.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Must maintain high safety awareness at all times.
• Ability to communicate problems to supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare products and materials for galvanizing.
• Hang angle on spreader bars and stage tubular products.
• Use air/electric tools to prepare steel for processes.
• Inspect production fixtures, chains and hooks for safe use.
• Move lightweight steel pieces and assist in clean-up.
• Adhere to safety protocols to prevent accidents.

Skills

Reading instructions

Tape measure reading

Communication

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Stamina / standing long shifts

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools & gauges

Bridge crane operation

Job description

1700 S Beemer West Point, Nebraska 68788-4600

Position Summary

Valmont is currently seeking Full‑Time General Labor for our Coatings Division. Multiple shifts are available: Graveyard (9:30pm – 6:00am), Day (5:00am – 1:30pm), and Night (1:15pm – 9:45pm). The role involves preparing products and materials for the galvanizing process, including hanging angle on spreader bars, staging tubular products, and preparing small parts for galvanizing.

Essential Functions

• Inspect and ensure the safe use and disposition of production fixtures, chains and hooks.
• Hand wire small to medium-sized parts to racks for pickling or galvanizing.
• Pull and place chains and ropes around steel bundles for racking.
• Move lightweight pieces of steel by hand from different locations in the plant and yard.
• Perform paddling functions to enhance the quality level of the various galvanized products using air guns to blow off zinc needles.
• Use air or electric powered tools to help prepare or clean up steel for pickling or galvanizing.
• Assist in general plant clean up and housekeeping.
• Work safely, protecting self and others from accident and injury.

Required Qualifications

• The ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• The ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• The ability to communicate problems or needs to departmental supervision.
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds from ground to shoulder height or higher.
• Must be physically able to stand for long periods of time (length of shift) in an open air environment; wear PPE; maintain a safe work environment.
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times.
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Six months of previous experience in a galvanizing position.
• Six months of previous experience with hand tools and gauges including impact wrenches, air grinders, drills, taps, oxygen acetylene torches, and mill gauges.
• Six months of previous experience operating a bridge crane.
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner.
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions.
• Certification of heavy equipment operation including forklift.

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 like tobacco cessation, Type2 diabetes reversal, one‑on‑one health coaching, mortgage services and more.

EEO Statement

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. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment, email [e-mail].