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.

Essential Functions

•  Test, inspect, schedule, repair, troubleshoot, and reassemble basic plant equipment, components, and systems, including but not limited to pneumatic and mechanical systems, oven and boiler systems, and electrical and hydraulic systems.

•  Install and align all new equipment.

•  Perform basic electrical work and assist in highly skilled electrical work.

•  Responsible for working with small hand tools, including tape measures, saws, drills, and maintaining tools and equipment.

•   Inspects and maintains all safety equipment and complies with company safety policies.

•  Participates in Continuous Improvement projects and tasks.

•  Actively listens and understands assigned tasks and communicates issues or concerns to supervisor and/or peers.

•  Ability to dismantle machines, replace defective parts, and make necessary adjustments.

•   Must be able to pass the company on-site forklift test.

Other Important Details about the Role

•  This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and has no direct reports.

•  The position is for 1st shift, Monday through Friday, with periodic overtime.

•  Starting pay range is $30.00 - $34.50 and will be determined based on experience, skill set, and qualification match.

• Communicate with other maintenance and production team members.

•  Minor metal fabrication using welding and cutting tools.

•  Boiler License is a plus.

•  Have efficient skills in carpentry, electrical, and plumbing.

•  Performs basic repairs to building HVAC and paint booth ventilation systems.

•  Inspects and maintains the parking lot, including some snow removal

•  Performs preventative maintenance and basic repairs of forklifts.

•  Assist in general plant clean-up and housekeeping.

• Knowledge of proper safety regarding hazardous waste handling.

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

•  High school diploma or GED

•  Three to five years of related experience

•  The ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions in English.

•  Proficient with Microsoft, Excel, and Outlook.

•  Complex problem solving and critical thinking skills.

•  Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
 

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

•  The ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals. 

•  The ability to interpret and fabricate components based on basic blueprints or specification sheets.

•  One year minimum experience with basic welding/fabricating.

•  Strong leadership skills and the ability to support divisional business objectives 

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.

Working Environment and Physical Efforts:

The working conditions for this position are in a manufacturing shop environment with exposure to dirt, grease, fumes, cold, heat, noise, and dust. The environment is fast-paced and demanding most of the time.   Incumbents must utilize proper ergonomic and safety safeguards, such as hearing protection and safety glasses.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Able to stand, walk, sit, bend, squat, stoop, push, pull, reach, grasp, hold, and carry for various periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.