Job Description

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.

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Truck Driver position in the Shipping and Receiving department in the Global Coatings Division. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will operate a Valmont tractor-trailer to pick-up and/or deliver Valmont products safely and efficiently.

• Inspect truck and trailers for defects before and after loads and report any defects
• Operate a forklift to load and unload trucks as well as to stage and organize materials in the yard
• Maintain maintenance logs on forklifts making certain it is in good operating condition at all times
• Operate equipment and vehicles safely, protecting self and others from accident and injury
• Maintain all necessary Department of Transportation (DOT) papers for record keeping requirements
• Report and maintain an accurate driver’s log for DOT requirements

• Must have a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Two years of previous experience driving a commercial truck in a professional environment
• The ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment
• The ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions
• Must have a high awareness for safety at all times
• The ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in extreme weather conditions
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

• One year of previous experience operating a forklift
• One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner.

The employee is continually exposed to a working environment consisting of smoke and irritating particulate impurities, acid fumes from pickling tanks, and large quantities of windblown dust and ash produced as by-product to the process.  In addition, the nature of the industry results in extreme heat in the summer (typically 10-15 degrees above outdoor temperature) and melting snow off of incoming material results in damp, cold working conditions in the winter.  The winter conditions are doubly hard to manage.  The average employee dresses to be comfortable while doing his / her assigned task, and in doing so, subjects him / herself to chilling and cold as large fluctuations in temperature are brought about by the moving of material in and out of the facility.

Hazards

The galvanizing industry is a heavy, demanding industry that is plagued by many hazards; however, this job description assumes that many of these hazards are avoidable if properly managed by close supervision and skilled employees.  Some hazards are, include hypersensitive reaction to chemical environment, heat exhaustion or aggravations created by blowing dust and ash.  In addition, constant exposure to such hazards as burns, cuts, contusions of various degrees and eye injuries make the possibility for incidents high even under the best conditions.

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.