Sub Arc Base Welder

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Tennessee; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sub Arc Base Welder to join their team in Jasper, TN. This role involves welding metal components for steel electrical poles and structures, ensuring high-quality standards through various welding techniques. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in welding, including certifications and the ability to interpret blueprints. The company values diversity and invests in employee wellbeing, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth. If you're ready to advance your welding career in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Healthcare

401k with match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Voluntary wellness programs

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• AWS D1.1 certification in GMAW and SAW needed.
• Graduate from an accredited trade school for welding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Weld metal structural components using GMAW and SAW techniques.
• Interpret blueprints and conduct welding with safety standards.
• Perform hand welding and metal cutting as required.

Skills

Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW)

Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)

Blueprint Interpretation

Basic Math Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Trade School for Welding

AWS D1.1 Certification

Job description

Sub Arc Base Welder in Jasper, TN at Valmont Careers

Why Valmont

We’re here to move the world forward. Valmont impacts millions daily by advancing agricultural productivity, providing reliable energy, and enhancing connectivity to create a sustainable future. Join a Fortune 1000 company that values hard work, diversity, and invests in its employees. Ready to move the world forward? Apply now.

Basic Function:

Welds metal components to fabricate or repair products according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders, using brazing, arc, and gas welding equipment. Knowledge of welding procedures and practices is essential to ensure product quality.

Job Responsibilities:

• Welds metal structural components using Gas Metal Arc Welding and Submerged Arc Welding for steel electrical poles, substations, and structures.
• Performs hand welding, lays out guidelines, marks on metal, and may cut metal with a torch or plasma cutter.
• Conducts welding involving planning, layout, blueprints, and critical safety and load requirements, working in various positions.

Skills / Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Graduate from an accredited trade school for welding
• Successful completion of an internal welding test
• AWS D1.1 certified in GMAW 1G, 2F, GMAW-P 3G Vertical Down, and SAW 1G, 2F
• Ability to interpret blueprints and weld requirement symbology
• Knowledge of fixturing and weld setup parameters
• Basic math skills and ability to use US and Metric measurements
• Ability to meet production, quality, and attendance standards after 90 days

Valmont offers a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefits package, including healthcare, 401k with match, paid time off, insurance, disability, tuition reimbursement, and voluntary wellness programs. We do not discriminate and provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. For assistance, email [e-mail].

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