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Valmont

Global infrastructure solutions provider for utilities

Sub Arc Base Welder

Welding & Metal FabricationPosted on Nov 9
Full-timeClaremore, OK, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Previous experience with sub-arc welding is preferred.
  • Ability to communicate and interact with coworkers and a supervisor.
  • Prior experience working in a manufacturing setting.
  • Ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions.
  • High awareness of safety at all times.
  • Knowledge of Valmont’s quality procedures, standards, and practices.
  • Ability to operate an overhead crane and perform welding processes including GMAW, carbon arc gouging, grinding, and sub-arc welding, as described in the essential functions.

Responsibilities

  • Load and unload pole sections onto the base sled station using an overhead crane.
  • Preheat the baseplate as required.
  • Apply a backing weld using the gas metal arc welding (GMAW) process.
  • Prepare the groove using carbon arc gouging and/or grinding.
  • Operate the submerged-arc welder and observe the weld as weld metal is deposited.
  • Adjust amperage and wire speed according to the welding procedure specification (WPS) to meet quality specifications.
  • Inspect welds to ensure workmanship quality and rework them when required.
  • Excavate welds using carbon arc gouging and repair them using GMAW when they fail ultrasonic testing.
  • Work in other work centers when the machine is not operating, as assigned.
  • Participate in department safety activities and follow Valmont safety policies and procedures.
  • Participate in department LEAN activities and work effectively in a team environment.
  • Work independently or as part of a team.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous experience with sub-arc welding.
  • Prior experience working in a manufacturing setting.

About the Company

Valmont

Global infrastructure solutions provider for utilities

Valmont Industries provides infrastructure products and engineered solutions for road safety, power transmission, wireless communications, lighting, and water management for agriculture and mining. It designs, manufactures, and sells steel poles, towers, lighting systems, irrigation and water-management equipment, and related infrastructure components through direct sales and long-term contracts to government agencies, utilities, and farmers. Its offerings support essential services and utilities by delivering durable, site-specific infrastructure across transportation, energy, telecommunications, and agriculture sectors. Valmont differentiates itself with a global manufacturing footprint across 100 countries and 87 facilities, a diversified end-market mix, and long-term contracts that ensure ongoing service and revenue with a focus on safety, efficiency, and resource management.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Omaha, NE
Founded
1946

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