Tubeline Operator

A Brief Summary

The Tubeline Machine Operator – is an individual contributor who will learn the operations of the burnisher, straightener, saw and buffer equipment to produce high quality products. The incumbent operates overhead crane, plate blaster, and forklift and maintains the tube line equipment.

• Perform welding repairs to seam splits on the manufactured tubes
• Operate forklift to move material in the shop areas
• Perform various other duties requested by the supervisor to ensure customer requests are met
• Maintain a productive working environment to manufacture high quality Valmont products in a safe and efficient manner
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on all equipment in assigned areas

• Demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
• Perform various other duties requested by the supervisor to ensure customer requests are met

• Zero (0) to six (6) months experience
• Perform basic math functions such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing
• Pass a forklift test from Valmont’s safety department
• Read a tape measure
• Ability to prioritize work in order and complete deadlines
• Read and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work through and solve practical problems
• Ability to work timely and expeditiously to deliver on‑time, high quality results
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 10 pounds

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Three (3) months previous experience operating manufacturing machinery
• Previous hands‑on welding experience in a professional environment
• One (1) year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• Ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to support divisional business objectives
• Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
• 401(k) 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, Type2 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