Utility Person

28800 Ida St Valley Nebraska 68064-8016

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.

Compensation: $28.57 per hour (+$2 per hour shift differential)

Schedule: 2nd shift Monday - Friday, 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

A Brief Summary of This Position

This is an individual contributor position that performs all phases of production and is responsible for filling in for the shift lead person during their absence.  This individual performs duties associated with the assigned shift and assists the Shift Supervisor in ensuring employees have the tools and material they need to provide inspection and high-quality Valmont products.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to operate a Jib/overhead crane.
• Collaborate with department leadership to achieve continuous improvement and department goals.
• Assist with the training of others and complete appropriate paperwork.
• Assist in rework operations.
• Provide feedback and input to Supervisor about team performance.
• Act as back up for the shift lead and area employees when needed.
• Maintain a productive working environment to manufacture high-quality Valmont products in safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the position
• Ability to operate a forklift

Important Details about the Role

• Ability to understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form, and to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to use considerable judgment to work independently towards team and department goals.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner.

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

• Minimum of 3 years of welding or machine operation experience
• The ability to Fit up and weld along with the knowledge or willingness to learn the Saw.
• The ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedural manuals and blueprints
• The ability to use a tape measure
• The ability to pass a forklift driver’s test
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Outlook
• Knowledge of and ability to use common shop mathematics, in feet, inches, degrees, and fractions, in reading complex prints, and standard specifications. 

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

• Associates Degree or higher preferred
• Experience with the Small pole department or similar manufacturing machinery
• Demonstrated experience in a Utility role at Valmont  
• Practical hands-on experience in Lean Manufacturing
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
• Previous robotic welding experience

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 [email protected].