Hands-On Galvanizing Process 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

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.