Maintenance Mechanic

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Farmington (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Valmont Industries is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for their Farmington facility. The role involves performing a variety of industrial maintenance tasks to minimize downtime and enhance operations. Candidates should have a strong electrical and mechanical background, along with at least three years of experience. Valmont offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

401k retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

Qualifications

• 3+ years industrial maintenance experience.
• Strong electrical circuitry knowledge.
• Experience with welding on steel and aluminum.

Responsibilities

• Perform industrial maintenance tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Diagnose, dismantle, and repair machinery.
• Maintain and improve efficiencies in the maintenance department.

Skills

Electrical Knowledge

Welding

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Carpentry

Blueprint Reading

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Degree in Industrial Maintenance or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Mechanic in Farmington, MN at Valmont Careers

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? Apply now.

**This is a 1st shift position**

Starting at $33/hr.

How you will contribute

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Maintenance Mechanic position at the Farmington facility. We are looking for a highly driven individual perform a variety of industrial maintenance activities within a fast paced manufacturing facility. Additionally, you will…

• Seek opportunities for efficiencies and improvements within the maintenance department
• Perform maintenance tasks according to production needs to minimize downtime
• Perform maintenance operations using the tools and equipment of several trades, such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, electronics, machinist welding, etc.
• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance procedures
• Install and aligning new equipment; diagnosing, dismantling, repairing, reassembling and adjusting machinery- Machine and assembling parts for new machines, jigs and fixtures

What it takes

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum 3 years work experience in industrial maintenance
• Strong working knowledge of single and three phase electrical circuitry with an ability to read electrical schematics
• Ability to read and understand blue prints
• Experience performing all position arc and wire feed welding on steel and aluminum
• Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, water and natural gas plumbing
• Experience with mills/lathes
• Basic carpentry skills

Highly qualified candidates will also possess:

• A degree in Industrial Maintenance or equivalent
• 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 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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