Skilled MIG Welder - Structural Fabrication for Power

Valmont Industries; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term Disability

Job summary

Valmont Industries in Columbus, NE is seeking an experienced Welder to join our fabrication team. You will weld metal components to exact specifications, using blueprints and WPS guidelines, and prepare parts for assembly in a high-volume shop.

You will read tape measures, set up welding equipment, and operate safely around overhead cranes while contributing to the fabrication of steel poles and substations. A strong safety mindset and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years MIG welding experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and layouts for welding.
• Understand Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Strong safety awareness and teamwork.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Weld metal components to fabricate or repair products per blueprints and work orders.
• Lay out guidelines on parts and cut metal with a torch.
• Weld structural components for poles, substations, and related structures.
• Adjust welding equipment and operate in a safe manner.
• Move poles with an overhead crane and gather materials.

Skills

MIG welding

Tape measure reading

WPS reading

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school welding (preferred)

Job description

Valmont Industries in Columbus, NE is seeking an experienced Welder to join our fabrication team. You will weld metal components to exact specifications, using blueprints and WPS guidelines, and prepare parts for assembly in a high-volume shop.

You will read tape measures, set up welding equipment, and operate safely around overhead cranes while contributing to the fabrication of steel poles and substations. A strong safety mindset and teamwork are essential.