Job Description

Why Valmont
 

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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.

A Brief Summary of This Position

The Maintenace Mechanic B will perform preventive maintenance and repairs on all equipment and facilities.  The incumbent will perform diagnostics, testing, disassembly, inspecting, repair and re-assembly of plant equipment or components such as lathes, hydraulic machines, presses, shears (hydraulic and mechanical), cranes, drill presses and components. The incumbent will assist with proper replacement and or adjustment of mechanical clutches, drive trains, etc. as well as perform fabrication of fixtures (welding, cutting, brazing and surface applications).  The Maintenance Mechanic will assist with major and general repairs on all equipment. 

Other Important Details about the Role:

The Maintenance Mechanic will occasionally be called during irregular hours to handle production coverage with little or no supervision. Reports all abnormal conditions and safety hazards to Supervisor. Maintains a clean, neat working area and machine tools. Requires minimum supervision. May be called upon to operate a forklift provided employee is qualified.

Essential Functions:

• Perform diagnostics and repair electromechanical equipment in an industrial environment
• Solid understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical schematics and terminology
• Collaborate with internal customers to ensure the most efficient methods of repair
• Create and maintain solid relationships with customers and vendors
• Perform stick and MIG welding
• Ability to braze, surface hard, and use a cutting torch
• Understand and utilize gauging equipment from .001 of an inch and up, dial indicators, micrometers, feeler gauges etc.
• Read and understand mechanical blueprints
• Working knowledge of basic rigging principles and methods
• Analyze, diagnose and repair or rebuild dies and truss rod headers
• Understand and follow work instructions
• Ability to repair steam pipes
• Operate industrial vehicles including but not limited to forklift, man lift, and overhead cranes
• Must be able to work overtime and/or on different shifts as required.
• This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and will not have any direct or indirect reports
• Responsible for the safety of self and others while working in various areas & departments.
• Takes initiative to manage workload and seeks out opportunities to improve themselves and the facilities.

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate

• 1-3 years of relevant mechanical/maintenance experience
• Proven arithmetic skills - addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.
• Ability to read and comprehend hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical schematics.
• Proven MIG and stick welding experience
• Knows and understands mechanisms.
• Understands and applies standard mechanical procedures and practices for repair and replacement of machine components.
• Understands and applies proper safety procedures when working on equipment and machines.
• Understands and applies the proper rigging techniques when using chains, slings, wire ropes, etc.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate with co-workers
• Ability to read all types of mechanical blueprints.

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• Graduate of technical school or apprenticeship program in related field.

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.