Machine Builders Fabrication Technician

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Valley (NE); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Valmont Industries, Inc. in Valley, Nebraska is seeking a Fabrication Technician to support global operations. You will read blueprints, fabricate components, perform welding (GMAW/GTAW/SMAW), and assemble subassemblies for complex systems used worldwide.

The role requires travel up to 25% domestically and internationally, with daily tasks including rigging, lifting, and hydraulic equipment work. Strong attention to safety and precision is essential.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to pass demonstration and knowledge test relative to mechanical knowledge and welding.
• Ability to safely learn to operate saw, iron worker, shear, cutting torch, drill press, lathe, and mill, brake press.
• Must be able to operate powered industrial equipment including forklifts, scissor lifts.
• Have ability to interpret complex blueprints as well as work from verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and technical drawings to understand project specifications and requirements.
• Fabricate custom components and assemblies using a variety of materials, including metals, plastics, and composites
• Perform welding tasks, including GMAW, GTAW and SMAW welding, ensuring strong, precise welds that meet project specifications.
• Use tools such as saws, shears, and plasma cutters to accurately cut and shape materials.
• Assemble fabricated parts into final products or subassemblies, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and function.
• Rig and move heavy loads using cranes, hoists, and other lifting equipment, following all safety protocols.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality standards and project specifications, making adjustments as necessary.
• Maintain and perform routine maintenance on tools and equipment to ensure they are in good working condition.
• Apply industrial math skills, including measurements, calculations for cutting and assembly, geometric and trigonometric computations, and conversions between metric and imperial units to ensure precision in fabrication tasks.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols, including the use of PPE and safe handling of materials and equipment.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Mechanical knowledge

Welding proficiency

Safety compliance

Education

Technical training program

Tools

Saw

Iron Worker

Shear

Cutting Torch

Drill Press

Lathe

Milling Machine

Brake Press

Forklift

Scissor Lift

Job description

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.

28800 Ida St Valley Nebraska 68064-8016

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?

Available Shift - 1st Shift - Monday-Thursday - 6:00 am-4:00 pm

Compensation: $30+ per hour

A Brief Summary Of This Position

As a vital member of the Global Engineered Manufacturing Solutions (GEMS) team, the Fabrication Technician plays a crucial role in the fabrication, installation, and servicing of complex, proprietary manufacturing systems that support operations worldwide. The Fabrication Technician is responsible to accurately interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to fabricate components and assemblies that meet precise standards. Utilize various industrial tools and equipment to achieve desired results, ensuring high-quality workmanship. Additional responsibilities include servicing and maintaining installed systems to ensure optimal performance and longevity, execute rigging and lifting operations safely and efficiently, both in the shop and in field environments, work with complex hydraulic equipment, including the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of hydraulic systems, and operating powered industrial equipment such as forklifts and scissor lifts. Technicians are expected to grow their skills and prepare for advancement. This position requires travel both domestically and internationally, including overnight stays.

Essential Functions

• This position reports to the Operations Manager and has no direct reports.
• Domestic and International travel may be required up to 25% for periods up to two weeks consecutively.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and technical drawings to understand project specifications and requirements.
• Fabricate custom components and assemblies using a variety of materials, including metals, plastics, and composites
• Perform welding tasks, including GMAW, GTAW and SMAW welding, ensuring strong, precise welds that meet project specifications.
• Use tools such as saws, shears, and plasma cutters to accurately cut and shape materials.
• Assemble fabricated parts into final products or subassemblies, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and function.
• Rig and move heavy loads using cranes, hoists, and other lifting equipment, following all safety protocols.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality standards and project specifications, making adjustments as necessary.
• Maintain and perform routine maintenance on tools and equipment to ensure they are in good working condition.
• Apply industrial math skills, including measurements, calculations for cutting and assembly, geometric and trigonometric computations, and conversions between metric and imperial units to ensure precision in fabrication tasks.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe handling of materials and equipment.

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• 2-5 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to pass demonstration and knowledge test relative to mechanical knowledge and welding.
• Ability to safely learn to operate saw, iron worker, shear, cutting torch, drill press, lathe, and mill, brake press.
• Must be able to operate powered industrial equipment including forklifts, scissor lifts.
• Have ability to interpret complex blueprints as well as work from verbal instructions.

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• Graduate of manufacturing related technical training program or equivalent experience in related field (i.e. machining).

Working Environment & Physical Effort

Average weight of objects handled is 30 lbs. This position requires constant standing and frequent walking. Lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling , twisting, turning and reaching above shoulder level are required for the person in this position. The incumbent must also be able to reach outward, as well as use hand/finger manipulation during the course of work. This person may occasionally be required to climb poles at the EPD test site.

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:

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

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.

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