General shop

Job Summary

Valmont is seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the General Shop Help position in the Coatings Division.

• Inspect and identify unsafe production fixtures, chains, and hooks to ensure proper repair or discard unsafe items.
• Hand wire small to medium-sized parts to racks for pickling or galvanizing.
• Pull and place chains and ropes around steel bundles for racking.
• Move lightweight pieces of steel by hand from different locations in the plant and yard.
• Perform paddling functions to enhance the quality level of the various galvanized products using air guns to blow off zinc needles.
• Use air or electric powered tools to help prepare steel for pickling or galvanizing.
• Assist in general plant clean up and housekeeping.
• Work safely, protecting self and others from accident and injury.

• 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.
• 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.
  • The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner.
  • The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions.
  • Must have a high awareness for safety at all times.

• 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 such as 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