1600 East 29th Ave Columbus Nebraska 68601 **_Why Valmont_** **We’re Here to Move the World Forward.** Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a _Fortune_ 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. _We are the modern workforce_ . Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now. **We’re Here to Move the World Forward.** + Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.Join a _Fortune_ 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today. _We are the modern workforce_ . Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now. **Why Valmont** Welcome to Valmont, where a world of opportunity awaits. When you join our team, you become part of a passionate group dedicated to changing lives and conserving resources around the globe. We want problem solvers who roll up their sleeves to foster progress and innovation for all people. At Valmont, we provide infrastructure, irrigation, tubing and coatings to the world. We strengthen cities. We nourish croplands. We design, manufacture and coat. Our products and services make a difference. Join us, and BUILD YOUR WORLD. **How you will contribute** Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Welder position in the Columbus facility. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will weld metal components together to fabricate or repair products according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders using brazing and a variety of arc and gas welding equipment. A thorough knowledge of welding procedures and practices are essential to ensure the quality of the product. Additionally, you will… + Work from blueprints and layouts to accurately fit structural parts or components together in shop in preparation to welding + Lay out guidelines or marks on metal parts and cut metal with a cutting torch + Weld metal structural components together in the fabrication of steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures + Adjust welding equipment to its prescribed settings + Move pole shafts using an overhead crane and gather parts and materials to complete the project + Utilize all safety devises and wear all mandatory personal protective safety equipment + Perform other duties as directed by leaders and management + Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures **What it takes** _Required Qualifications_ + Must have weld experience – preferably MIG welding + The ability to read a tape measure + Must excel in a team environment + The ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions + The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner + The ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment + Able to maintain an acceptable level of production, quality and attendance as determined by Management. _Highly qualified candidates will also possess:_ + High school diploma or GED equivalent or graduation from an accredited trade school for welding + One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment + Six months of previous experience welding in a professional environment + Must have a high awareness for safety at all times + The ability to identify and communicate maintenance or production problems to departmental supervision + Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results **Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Well-being benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met.** Benefits include*: + Medical, dental and vision insurance + Paid time off + Employer paid life insurance + Annual performance based bonus plan + Employer paid short-term and long-term disability + Retirement plans + Dependent care + Employee assistance programs + Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, mortgage services, home & auto insurance, health coaching 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 EEOCompliance@Valmont.com. **Benefits** 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 (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision) + 401k 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, 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 EEOCompliance@Valmont.com. Valmont is here to modernize vital infrastructure and increase agricultural productivity, sustainably and reliably. We galvanize steel to last a century with minimal environmental impact. We modernize irrigation to feed a growing population by utilizing the latest technology. We harden the electrical grid to enable the delivery of reliable power to millions of homes around the world. And we help make communities everywhere safer, cleaner and more connected through our smart infrastructure technology. Valmont serves two primary markets — agriculture and infrastructure — and seven diverse product lines: Utility, Lighting and Transportation, Telecom, Solar, Coatings, Irrigation and Ag Tech. We manufacture products in 85 facilities spread across six continents, and we do business in 100 different countries. That’s what Valmont does. We conserve resources and improve life, finding ways to make innovation and technology beneficial in the real world. + That’s the value we add.