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 matchPaid time offEmployer paid life insuranceEmployer 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,
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Remote work options
Performance bonus
Additional Information
1600 East 29th Ave Columbus Nebraska 68601
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.
Welcome to Valmont, where a world of opportunity awaits. When you join our team, you become part of a passionate group dedicated to changing lives and conserving resources around the globe. We want problem solvers who roll up their sleeves to foster progress and innovation for all people. At Valmont, we provide infrastructure, irrigation, tubing and coatings to the world. We strengthen cities. We nourish croplands. We design, manufacture and coat. Our products and services make a difference. Join us, and BUILD YOUR WORLD.
How you will contribute
Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Welder position in the Columbus facility. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will weld 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. A thorough knowledge of welding procedures and practices are essential to ensure the quality of the product. Additionally, you will...
Work from blueprints and layouts to accurately fit structural parts or components together in shop in preparation to welding
Lay out guidelines or marks on metal parts and cut metal with a cutting torch
Weld metal structural components together in the fabrication of steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures
Adjust welding equipment to its prescribed settings
Move pole shafts using an overhead crane and gather parts and materials to complete the project
Utilize all safety devises and wear all mandatory personal protective safety equipment
Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management
Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
What it takes
Required Qualifications
Must have weld experience - preferably MIG welding
The ability to read a tape measure
Must excel in a team environment
The ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions
The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
The ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment
Able to maintain an acceptable level of production, quality and attendance as determined by Management.
Highly qualified candidates will also possess:
High school diploma or GED equivalent or graduation from an accredited trade school for welding
One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
Six months of previous experience welding in a professional environment
Must have a high awareness for safety at all times
The ability to identify and communicate maintenance or production problems to departmental supervision
Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Well-being benefit package to ensure their individual and family's overall wellness needs are met.
Benefits include*:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Annual performance based bonus plan
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability
Retirement plans
Dependent care
Employee assistance programs
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, mortgage services, home & auto insurance, health coaching and more.
Valmont · Columbus, NE