General Labor

General Shop Help

Valmont is currently seeking highly motivated and talented individuals for the General Shop Help position in the Global Coatings Division. We are looking for a highly driven individual who may:

-Work in the racking department

Prepare products and materials for the galvanizing process by hanging on spreader bars

Stage tubular products

Prepare small parts for galvanizing

Hand wire small to medium–sized parts to racks for pickling or galvanizing

Pull and place chains and ropes around steel bundles for racking

-Work in the kettle area

Perform paddling functions to enhance the quality level of the galvanized products

Use air guns to blow off zinc needles

Use air or electric powered tools to help prepare steel for pickling or galvanizing

Use hand-held remote control for kettle hoists

Work safely, protecting self and others from accident and injury

-Work in the finishing department

Move lightweight pieces of steel by hand from different locations in the plant and yard

Assist in general plant clean up and housekeeping

Use air or elect to deburr galvanized products

Use file to deburr galvanized products

Stack materials for shipment

Remove chains and wires and products from universal racks

What it takes:

Required Qualifications

The ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions

The ability to accurately read a tape measure

The ability to communicate problems or needs to departmental supervision

The ability to lift up to 50 pounds

The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions

The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner

Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Highly qualified candidates will also possess:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Six months of previous experience in a galvanizing position

Six months of previous experience with hand tools and gauges including impact wrenches, air grinders, drills, taps, oxygen acetylene torches, and mill gauges

Six months of previous experience operating a bridge crane

Must have a high awareness for safety at all times

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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.

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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 through the company (medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision)
• Union Pension Fund with employer contribution
• Paid time off
• Employer paid life insurance
• Work Life Support

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