General Labor

Valmont is currently seeking highly motivated and talented individuals for the General Shop Help position in the Global Coatings Division.

• 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 electric to deburr galvanized products, use file to deburr galvanized products, stack materials for shipment, remove chains, wires and products from universal racks.

• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Ability to communicate problems or needs to departmental supervision.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow work instructions.
• Effective communication and positive interaction with coworkers.
• Passion and integrity, drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 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.
• High awareness for safety at all times.

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision).
• Union pension fund with employer contribution.
• Paid time off.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• Work‑life support.

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.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.