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Valmont Industries lists this Fitter Welder opportunity in valley, Nebraska. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Join ValmontWe're Here to Move the World Forward.Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. We are the modern workforce. Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now.Compensation: $28.57/hr. (+ $2/hr. shift differential)Schedule: 2nd shift Monday - Friday, 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.3rd shift Sunday - Thursday, 11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.Brief SummaryThis individual contributor position operates welding equipment to build and weld poles using GMAW (MIG) welding. Must be certified in MIG welding to meet AWS requirements as well as specialized certifications to customer requirements. Will be required to weld in flat and horizontal positions. Adjusts welding equipment to its prescribed settings, operates oxy/acetylene burning and plasma cutting equipment. Prepares poles for final weld off. Uses IFS labor reporting system, standard shop forms, move tags, reads and utilizes blueprints. May be called upon to operate Base Press, Rounder, Straightener, and forklift provided employee is qualified.Essential Functions:Weld and cleaning of weldsRecord labor when complete and move tagLoad on or load off completed partsDetermine when weld quality falls below acceptability and take corrective action or report to QA, Leadperson or SupervisorSet up machines to the proper requirements so that usable parts are producedUse blueprints to determine which weld procedure to use in order to assure weld soundness and integrityImportant DetailsCommunicates with co-employees and supervisorsOperates forklifts and overhead cranes.Performs housekeeping duties in shop and work sites.Requires the use of common shop mathematics, in feet, inches, degrees, and fractions, in reading complex prints, and standard specifications.Must be able to manufacture product per shop drawings.This position reports into the shop's Production SupervisorRequired QualificationsRead and decipher blueprints and flat sheets without assistance and use them to properly weld scheduled workPass and maintain weld certificates for AWS, CWB, and several other customers required certifications in GMAW weldingSetup, operate, and performs general maintenance of equipment without difficultyMake mathematical calculation in finish welding product to the proper specificationsThe ability to physically perform the requirements of the tasks assignedDemonstrate a commitment to Safety through excellent safety practices and behaviors and conform to all Valmont safety policies and proceduresActively participate in department LEAN activities off the department, and demonstrated performance working in a team environmentKnowledge of Valmont's quality procedures, standards, and practicesMust possess acceptable work history and attendance recordHighly QualifiedOne (1) year of previous experience operating a forkliftAccurately read and use a tape measure, compass, micrometer, mag level, protractor, versa gauge, and caliperAbility to locate information from a computerProficient at mathProficient in reading blueprintsA working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and IFSMust have a high awareness for safety at all timesBenefitsValmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family's overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)401k retirement plan with company matchPaid time offEmployer paid life insuranceEmployer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leaveWork Life SupportTuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per yearVoluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and moreValmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email
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valley, NE, 68064, US
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