Welder​/SubArc Welder Helper

25010 Alliance Dr Claremore Oklahoma 74017

2nd
- Monday to Thursday 5:00pm - 3:30am

4th
- Friday to Sunday from 5:00am - 5:00pm

5th
- Friday to Sunday from 5:00pm - 5:00am

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Welder / Sub Arc Base Welder Helper in the Global Utility Division. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will weld metal components together to fabricate or repair products according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders, using brazing and variety of arc and gas welding equipment. This role will may also assist in preparing materials, sub-arc welding setup, and operation in the sub-arc base welding processes.

Additionally, you will...

• Fuse (weld) metal structural components together by means of arc welding using one process in the fabrication of steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures.
• Perform welding operations requiring a limited amount of planning and lying out of work from blueprints or other written specifications and determining operation sequence.
• Perform some welding on objects involving moderate safety and load requirements working in one position.
• Movement of pole shafts using an overhead crane and the gathering of parts and materials to complete the project.
• Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management.
• Participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures.
• Support sub-arc welding operations by monitoring weld progress and assisting in maintaining proper settings under supervision, while actively learning and progressing toward promotion to Sub Arc Welder within 9 months.

• One month of previous hands-on welding experience in a manufacturing, fabrication or professional environment
• Successful completion of an internal welding test
• The ability to perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing
• Must have working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.)
• Ability to learn and operate welding equipment, including sub-arc systems, with guidance.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• The ability to read and comprehend blueprints including weld requirement symbology
• One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment

• 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.

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