955 North Haverhill Rd El Dorado Kansas 67042-4806Why 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.2nd Shift (3:30 pm - 2:00 am; M-Th)Starting Wage $25.89/hr + $1/hr Shift DifferentialThe Fitter/Welder is an Individual Contributor responsible for welding metal components together to fabricate or repair products according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders, using brazing and a variety of arc and gas welding equipment.Essential Functions:
Lay out, align and assemble fabricated metal products used in electrical poles, substations and other structures
Work from blueprints and layouts to accurately fit structural parts or components together in shop, preparation to welding or riveting
Assemble structural units; repetitive types of assembling operations according to procedures established by others; and use hand tools and measuring devices in the performance of work
Perform repetitive types of assembling operations according to procedures established by others; and use hand tools and measuring devices in the performance of work
Fuse (weld)metal structural components together by means of arc welding using one process in the fabrication of steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures
Perform welding operations requiring a limited amount of planning and laying out of work from blueprints or other written specifications and determining operation sequence
Lay out guidelines or marks on metal parts and cut metal with a cutting torch
In addition to performing hand welding, the welder may also layout guidelines or marks on metal parts and may cut metal with a cutting torch or plasma cutter
Move pole shafts using an overhead crane and the gather parts and materials to complete the project
Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
Maintain the cleanliness of work area including all equipment and machinery
Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work both in a non-temperature controlled environment and outdoors
Other duties as directed by leaders and management
Important Details about the Role:
Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty
Make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery
Read and decipher blue prints and flat sheets correctly and without assistance
The employee must maintain a safe and productive work environment producing a quality product which is shipped complete and on time to satisfy the needs of the customer
The employee has a direct impact on safety, quality, productivity, and delivery
This position reports to the Production Supervisor
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
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 to properly fit all products
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
The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
The ability to meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high-paced working environment
The ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with most frequent lift up to 20 pounds
Wear required personal protective equipment and follow facility safety regulations
Maintain a safe and productive working environment
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Graduation from an accredited trade school for welding
Three years or more of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
One or more years of previous experience welding in a professional environment
Must have a high awareness for safety at all times.
Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
BenefitsValmont 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 match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Valmont 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 EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.Valmont is here to modernize vital infrastructure and increase agricultural productivity, sustainably and reliably. We galvanize steel to last a century with minimal environmental impact. We modernize irrigation to feed a growing population by utilizing the latest technology. We harden the electrical grid to enable the delivery of reliable power to millions of homes around the world. And we help make communities everywhere safer, cleaner and more connected through our smart infrastructure technology.Valmont serves two primary markets — agriculture and infrastructure — and seven diverse product lines: Utility, Lighting and Transportation, Telecom, Solar, Coatings, Irrigation and Ag Tech. We manufacture products in 85 facilities spread across six continents, and we do business in 100 different countries.That’s what Valmont does. We conserve resources and improve life, finding ways to make innovation and technology beneficial in the real world.
That’s the value we add.