Welding Apprentice – In-House Training (Aluminum)

Valmont Industries, Inc.; Farmington (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Job summary

Valmont Industries, Inc. is hiring a Welding Assistant in Farmington, MN. You will assist welding metal and aluminum components, set up equipment, read blueprints, and maintain safety in a non-temperature controlled environment.

Training is provided, with shifts on 1st and 2nd that run Monday-Thursday. Starting pay ranges from $24.10 to $26.97 per hour. Ideal candidates will have basic math, ability to read blueprints, and a willingness to learn in a team setting.

Qualifications

• Math and blueprint reading ability to interpret layouts and work orders.
• Basic computer familiarity (Outlook or similar).
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions precisely.

Responsibilities

• Assist welding of metal/aluminum components per blueprints/work orders.
• Operate plasma to cut holes in poles/components.
• Prepare components for welding and verify ready-to-weld condition.
• Read labor forms and blueprints; maintain safe work environment.

Skills

Basic math

Read blueprints

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

PPE usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CWB/AWS welder cert

Tools

Tape measure

Forklift certified

Plasma cutting

Job description

Valmont Industries, Inc. is hiring a Welding Assistant in Farmington, MN. You will assist welding metal and aluminum components, set up equipment, read blueprints, and maintain safety in a non-temperature controlled environment.

Training is provided, with shifts on 1st and 2nd that run Monday-Thursday. Starting pay ranges from $24.10 to $26.97 per hour. Ideal candidates will have basic math, ability to read blueprints, and a willingness to learn in a team setting.