Structural Back Welder

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Disability

Work Life Support

Tuition Reimbursement

Voluntary programs

Job summary

Valmont Industries, Inc. is seeking an experienced welder to operate a sub-arc welder, gouge and grind areas, and weld shafts to meet quality standards. You will repair defects and prepare parts for inspection in a heavy manufacturing setting.

The role requires welding knowledge, AWS qualification, and a minimum of 3 years of experience or equivalent trade schooling. Safety and quality compliance are essential, with benefits and shift details provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Incumbent must pass AWS welder qualification test.
• 3+ years in heavy manufacturing or graduation from a trade school with 1 year experience.
• Knowledge of welding properties of a variety of metals and alloys.
• Knowledgeable of welding procedures; able to calculate formulas with basic math.
• Familiar with Valmont quality procedures and environmental policies.
• After 90 calendar days, maintain production, quality and attendance as directed.

Responsibilities

• Move pole shafts into seaming processor under supervisor directions.
• Weld, grind, and repair shafts; present to Quality Inspectors.
• Repair seaming defects as directed by Quality Inspectors.
• Operate sub-arc welder; set up equipment and perform tasks.
• Deliver on-time product; avoid manufacturing errors.
• Participate in department safety and follow Valmont safety policies.

Skills

AWS Welder Qualification

Heavy Manufacturing

Welding

Metals & Alloys Knowledge

Welding Calculations

Quality Procedures

Attendance & Production

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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.

801 N Xanthus Tulsa Oklahoma 74110-4949

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.

Available Shift

4th - Friday to Sunday 5:00am - 5:00pm.

Pay

Pay: $ $28.07/hour with a $2/hr night shift differential. Pay increases to reach $30.63/hr by 6-month anniversary.

Basic Function

This person operates a sub-arc welder and places a weld on one or four sides of the shafts. Prior to weld, operators must gouge and grind required areas clean enough to pass ultrasonic inspections post weld. This person will affect repairs and ensure quality prior to submitting the shaft for inspection by quality.

Job Responsibilities

• Working from the directions of the supervisor, the job requires the movement of pole shafts into the seaming processor. Setting up and operate the sub-arc welder.
• The incumbent will weld, grind, and repair each pole prior to present it to the Quality Inspectors. This person will also repair all seaming defect as directed by the Quality Inspectors.
• Most of the work performed will be individually on a sub-arc welder. Essential tools and welding equipment will be provided; however, accountability and maintenance will be the employee’s responsibility.
• Able to work timely and expeditiously to deliver an on-time product without manufacturing errors.
• Performs 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 /Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Incumbent to pass an AWS welder qualification test and be able to use the sub-arc welding equipment without difficulty.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a heavy manufacturing environment is desired or graduation from an accredited trade school with one year of experience.
• Knowledge of welding properties of a variety of metals and alloys.
• A thorough knowledge of welding procedures and practices are essential to ensure the quality of the product. This will include the ability to calculate formula using basic mathematics, standard U.S. and Metric Measurements.
• Knowledgeable of Valmont’s quality procedures, standards, and practices and will be aware of Valmont’s environmental policies.
• At the end of 90 Calendar days the candidate must be able to maintain an acceptable level of production, quality and attendance as determined by Management.

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. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email [e-mail].