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.

A Brief Summary of This Position

This is an Individual Contributor position in the Irrigation Facility in McCook, NE. This individual is responsible for skilled and technical work involving the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment. This includes working with high and low voltage systems, installing power distribution equipment such as switchgear, conduits, and cables, and adhering to the National Electrical Code. The role involves troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems for plant and production equipment, including cranes, lathes, drills, and robots. This individual also handles lighting repairs, small fixture maintenance, and performs preventative tasks, checking for faulty wiring and unsafe conditions. They are proficient in the use of troubleshooting tools, and efficiently work with minimal supervision, ensuring safety and proper documentation of labor and materials. Additionally, they address mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues related to electrical problems and operate lifting equipment safely.

Essential Functions

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair 3 phase (480v & lower) motor circuits and control circuits in accordance to the National Electrical Code
• Installation and repair of lighting systems, HVAC, MIG welding systems, plasma-cutting units, hoists, cranes, and other production equipment.
• Must be able to work overtime and/or on different shifts as required. May be called at irregular hours to assist emergency situations at the plant. 
• Diagnose and repair electrically operated equipment in an industrial environment.
• Must be capable of driving a forklift and operating a man lift.
• Understand electrical schematics and terminology
• Pull permits for new installations

Important Details About The Role:

• Participate in Gemba walks, 5S/LEAN, and safety meetings
• Maintains a clean, neat working area and machine tools.
• Individual will be required to assist with other maintenance tasks as needed.
• Understand and comply with company procedures, policies, and work instructions.
• Must effectively communicate, verbally and written, to all. Will partner with Engineering for projects.

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

• Must have a valid Nebraska journeymans or higher level license.
• Prior electrical experience in an industrial facility
• Knowledge of AC and DC circuits.
• Capable of distinguishing colors.
• Able to stand, walk, etc for up to 95% of the assigned shift and work inside and outside throughout the year.
• Capable of pushing, pulling, and lifting 50 pounds.
• Capable of climbing ladders and working at heights up to 45ft in the air, bending, crawling, walking, kneeling, sitting, stretching, working in awkward positions, and confined spaces.
• Must have and keep an acceptable attendance record.

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.