Sub-Arc Base Welder (2nd Shift) - $29.35+/hr

Valmont Industries; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 61,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (medical, prescription drug

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Disability including maternity leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Voluntary programs

Job summary

Valmont Industries, Inc. in Tulsa, OK is seeking an experienced Flux-core Sub-Arc Welder to join our manufacturing team. This role focuses on placing continuous joint prep welds around a steel shaft, requiring you to work independently or with others in a team setting.

You’ll operate a flux-core sub-arc welder and Ultrasonic Testing readiness, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality. Starting pay is $29.35 per hour with potential to reach $32 per hour by six months, plus a $2/hour

Qualifications

• Must have prior sub-arc welding experience.
• Experience in manufacturing settings preferred.
• Ability to follow work instructions with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload pole sections on base sled with an overhead crane.
• Preheat baseplate as required.
• Apply backing weld using the GMAW process.
• Prep groove using carbon arc gouging or grinding.
• Operate sub-arc welder and monitor weld deposition.
• Adjust amperage and wire speed per WPS to meet specs.
• Self-inspect welds and rework as needed.
• May assist in other work centers when machine is idle.
• Participate in safety and LEAN initiatives and uphold quality procedures.

Skills

Sub-arc welding

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Safety consciousness

Communication

Tools

GMAW tooling

Overhead crane operation

Ultrasonic Testing basics

Job description

Valmont Industries, Inc. in Tulsa, OK is seeking an experienced Flux-core Sub-Arc Welder to join our manufacturing team. This role focuses on placing continuous joint prep welds around a steel shaft, requiring you to work independently or with others in a team setting.

You’ll operate a flux-core sub-arc welder and Ultrasonic Testing readiness, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality. Starting pay is $29.35 per hour with potential to reach $32 per hour by six months, plus a $2/hour