Sub Arc Base Welder

5th - Friday to Sunday from 5:00pm - 5:00am

Starting Pay: $29.35/hour with potential to be at $32/hour by 6-month anniversary. $2/hour shift differential for night shift.

A Brief Summary of This Position

This is an individual contributor position responsible for operating a flux-core sub-arc welder that places a continuous joint prep weld around the circumference of the base and shaft of a steel multi-sided shaft that will be ultrasonic tested. This person will be required to work on projects alone or in a team environment.

Essential Functions

• Load and unload pole sections on to base sled station with an overhead crane
• Preheat baseplate, as required
• Apply a backing weld using the GMAW process
• Prep groove using carbon arc gouging and or grinding
• Operate sub-arc welder and observe the weld as the weld metal is deposited
• Adjust amperage and wire speed according to WPS to meet quality specifications
• Self inspect welds to ensure quality of workmanship and rework if required
• Perform excavation of welds using carbon arc gouging and repairing using GMAW to repair welds that have failed Ultrasonic Testing
• May be assigned to work in other work centers when machine is not in operation
• Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors that conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures.
• Actively participate in department LEAN activities and demonstrated performance working in a team environment
• Demonstrate knowledge of Valmont’s quality procedures, standards, and practices

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• Previous experience with sub-arc welding
• Ability to communicate and interact with coworkers and supervisor
• Prior experience working in a manufacturing setting
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• 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

Benefits

Valmont 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.