Structural Welder

valmont; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Voluntary programs

Job summary

Valmont is hiring for a structural welder in Tulsa, OK. You will weld steel poles and substations, read blueprints, and set up welds per specifications. The role requires one month of welding experience and a welding test.

You'll operate overhead cranes, move heavy items, and follow safety policies while contributing to project completion and quality. A HS diploma or GED is required, with additional manufacturing experience a plus.

Qualifications

• One month of welding experience in manufacturing/fabrication environment.
• Must pass internal welding test.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (add/subtract/multiply/divide).
• Ability to read blueprints and welding symbolism.
• One year of experience in manufacturing/fabrication is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding operations fusing metal components for steel poles, substations, and related structures.
• Follow blueprints and specifications to determine operation sequence.
• Conduct welding with limited planning and layout work.
• Move pole shafts/materials using overhead crane.
• Assume other duties as required by leadership.
• Follow safety policies and practices and participate in safety initiatives.
• Learn Valmont fitting processes within 6–12 months.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Math proficiency

Overhead crane operation

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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?

Available Shifts

• 2nd - Monday to Thursday 5:00pm - 3:30am
• 4th - Friday to Sunday 5:00am - 5:00pm
• 5th - Friday to Sunday 5:00pm - 5:00am

Starting Pay: $26.24/hr with potential to reach $28.60/hr by 6-month anniversary. $2.00/hr differential for night shift

How you will contribute

• Perform structural welding operations by fusing metal components using arc welding processes in the fabrication of steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures.
• Perform welding operations requiring limited planning, layout work, and interpretation of blueprints and written specifications to determine operation sequence.
• Perform welding activities involving moderate safety and load requirements while working in a single position.
• Move pole shafts and materials using an overhead crane to support project completion.
• Perform other assigned duties as directed by leadership and management.
• Participate in department safety initiatives and demonstrate safe work practices in compliance with all Valmont safety policies and procedures.
• Learn and apply Valmont fitting processes within the first 6-12 months of employment.

What it takes

Required Qualifications

• One month of previous hands-on welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication or professional environment
• Successful completion of an internal welding test
• The ability to perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing
• Must have working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.)
• Highly qualified candidates will also possess:
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent
  • The ability to read and comprehend blueprints including weld requirement symbology
  • One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment

Benefits

• 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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