Sub-Arc Welder (Night Shift) – Precision & Growth

Valmont; Claremore (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (medical, prescription, den

401k retirement plan with companymatch

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Employer paid short-term and long-term

Work Life Support

Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per

Voluntary wellness programs

Job summary

Valmont seeks an experienced Flux-Core Sub-Arc Welder to join our Tulsa manufacturing team. The role involves operating a flux-core sub-arc welder to place continuous joint prep welds around a steel multi‑sided shaft, which will be ultrasonic tested.

You may work solo or with others on projects. Responsibilities include loading pole sections with an overhead crane, prepping grooves, applying backing welds, and ensuring weld quality per WPS.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with sub-arc welding.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred.
• Ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions.
• High safety awareness at all times.
• Passion and integrity with drive to excel and deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload pole sections on base sled using overhead crane.
• Preheat baseplate as required.
• Apply backing weld using the GMAW process.
• Prep groove using carbon arc gouging and/or grinding.
• Operate sub-arc welder and monitor weld deposition.
• Adjust amperage and wire speed per WPS to meet specs.
• Self-inspect welds and perform rework if needed.
• Repair welds after Ultrasonic Testing as required.
• May work in other work centers when machine is down.
• Adhere to Valmont safety policies and LEAN practices.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Valmont quality procedures.

Skills

Sub-arc welding

Attention to detail

Team interaction

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Tools

Overhead crane

GMAW process

Job description

Valmont seeks an experienced Flux-Core Sub-Arc Welder to join our Tulsa manufacturing team. The role involves operating a flux-core sub-arc welder to place continuous joint prep welds around a steel multi‑sided shaft, which will be ultrasonic tested.

You may work solo or with others on projects. Responsibilities include loading pole sections with an overhead crane, prepping grooves, applying backing welds, and ensuring weld quality per WPS.