Senior MIG Welder - Structural Fabrication

Valmont Industries, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Annual performance based bonus plan

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

Retirement plans

Dependent care

Employee assistance programs

Voluntary programs for wellness

Job summary

Valmont is seeking a skilled Welder for our Columbus, Nebraska facility. You will weld metal components from blueprints or work orders using MIG welding, brazing and various arc/gas methods to join steel structures such as electrical poles and substations.

The role requires 5+ years MIG welding experience, ability to read blueprints and WPS, strong teamwork, safety consciousness, and the stamina to work in a high-volume shop environment.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years MIG welding experience.
• The ability to read a tape measure.
• The ability to read and understand WPS's (Welding Procedure Specification).
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

WPS knowledge

Team player

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school welding

Job description

Valmont is seeking a skilled Welder for our Columbus, Nebraska facility. You will weld metal components from blueprints or work orders using MIG welding, brazing and various arc/gas methods to join steel structures such as electrical poles and substations.

The role requires 5+ years MIG welding experience, ability to read blueprints and WPS, strong teamwork, safety consciousness, and the stamina to work in a high-volume shop environment.