3403 Charlotte Ave Elkhart Indiana 46517-1150

　　Why Valmont

　　We’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.

　　Essential Functions

　　Ability to preform all duties and/or responsibilities of a Welding Assistant.

　　Fuse or weld metal structural components together by means GMAW arc welding in the fabrication of communication towers, components and overhead sign structures.

　　Perform welding operations requiring a limited amount of planning of work from blueprints or other written specifications and determining operation sequence.

　　Utilize all safety devices and wear all mandatory personal protective safety equipment.

　　Adjust welding equipment to its prescribed settings.

　　Maintain and operate production tooling and fixtures as well as all welding equipment in a safe and secure manner.

　　Read and complete labor reporting system, standard shop forms, and blueprints.

　　Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work both in a non-temperature controlled environment and outdoors.

　　Other duties as required and/or assigned.

　　Important Details about the Role

　　The employee is responsible for own work.

　　Must be able to work with other employees to complete job.

　　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 without assistance and use them to properly weld scheduled.

　　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, TME (total manufacturing expenses), and customer satisfaction.

　　This position reports to the Shift Lead.

　　Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

　　The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings.

　　Basic working knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook or similar email software.

　　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.

　　One (1) to three (3) years welding experience.

　　The ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with most frequent lift up to 20 pounds.

　　Read blue prints.

　　Ability to use tape measure.

　　Ability to be Valmont trained and certified in operation of forklift.

　　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.

　　Three (3) to five (5) years of previous experience in a professional welding position

　　The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions

　　The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner

　　Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

　　AWS certified welder operator qualification for GMAW processes

　　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.

　　Educational Background

　　Able to do basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division and fraction conversion)

　　Able to read and comprehend routings and blueprints

　　Able to use a tape measure

　　Able to use a computer to enter production date, perform time keeping functions, interface with machines and other equipment

　　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 [email protected].

　　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.