Submerged Arc Welder – Structural Pole Fabrication

Valmont Industries; El Dorado (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellbeing programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Valmont Industries in El Dorado, Kansas seeks a Submerged Arc Seam Welder to join our 2nd shift team. You will fuse metal components using Submerged Arc Welding processes on poles and related structures, read blueprints, and maintain safety and quality in a high‑volume fabrication environment.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, precise measurement, and the ability to work Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–2:30 am with a starting wage of $26.32/hr plus $1.50/hr shift differential.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an internal welding test.
• Working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.).
• Knowledge of welding properties of a variety of metals.
• The ability to read and interpret blueprints and/or shop drawings.
• The ability to set up work and determine operation sequence.
• The ability to calculate formulas using basic mathematics and standard U.S. and Metric Measurements.
• The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues.
• The ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people.

Responsibilities

• Fuse (weld) metal structural components together by means of multiple forms of Submerged Arc Welding processes in the fabrication of steel electrical poles and other structures.
• Performs welding operations requiring most of the following: planning and layout, working from blueprints and drawings or other specifications; requires a knowledge of welding properties of a variety of metals; setting up work and determining operation sequences; welding objects involving critical safety and load requirements; working in a variety of positions
• Perform repetitive types of assembling operations according to procedures established by others; and use hand tools and measuring devices in the performance of work
• Move pole shafts using an overhead crane and gather parts and materials to complete the project
• Other duties as required and/or assigned

Skills

Welding test

Blueprint reading

Fixture setup

Safety awareness

Math calculations

Teamwork

Detail orientation

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Welding trade school certification

Job description

Valmont Industries in El Dorado, Kansas seeks a Submerged Arc Seam Welder to join our 2nd shift team. You will fuse metal components using Submerged Arc Welding processes on poles and related structures, read blueprints, and maintain safety and quality in a high‑volume fabrication environment.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, precise measurement, and the ability to work Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–2:30 am with a starting wage of $26.32/hr plus $1.50/hr shift differential.