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Valmont Industries

Maintenance Mechanic (Evening Shift)

Valmont Industries, El Dorado, Kansas, United States, 67042

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955 North Haverhill Rd El Dorado Kansas 67042-4806

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.

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2nd Shift (4:00 pm - 2:30 am; M - F)

Starting Wage $26.80/hr + $1/hr shift differential

The Maintenance Mechanic 11 is an Individual Contributor responsible for performing installation, preventative maintenance & repairs on all plant equipment and facilities including machinery, presses, shears, welders, mechanical clutches, drive trains, etc.

Essential Functions

Performs and logs new installations of equipment, including high and low voltage systems, and repairs/replacements of worn parts including fabrication of fixtures

Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly inspections throughout the plant to ensure all equipment is operating properly

Performs general maintenance tasks including buildings, grounds, (snow removal), etc.

Completes diagnosis, testing, disassembly, inspecting, precise measuring, repair and re-assembly of plant equipment or components

Uses troubleshooting aids, such as volt, ohm and amp meters, and any other tool used to diagnose equipment to interpret readings

Supports manufacturing demands including working during non-peak hours (e.g., off-shifts, weekends, etc.) as required/assigned)

Supports Lean Manufacturing initiatives

Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work both in a non-temperature-controlled environment and outdoors

Other duties as required and/or assigned

Important Details about the Role

Must display an aptitude for problem solving and the ability to plan for or around future needs or problems

Must be able to determine when equipment should be removed from or returned to service

Must be able to identify and report hazards

Accountable and responsible for essential tools and equipment provided along with the maintenance of these tools and equipment

Actively participates in department safety, demonstrates excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures

This position reports to the Maintenance Manager

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

One (1) year of relevant industry experience or graduate/certification from an accredited technical school for industrial maintenance

One (1) year of previous experience operating hand or power tools in a professional environment

Working knowledge of single and three phase electrical circuitry with an ability to read electrical schematics

Working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanics and electrical applications

The ability to read and understand blueprints

The ability to calculate formulas using basic mathematics

The ability to be Valmont trained and certified in operation of forklift

The ability to read a tape measure

The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues

The ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people

The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions

The ability to meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high-paced working environment

The ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with most frequent lift up to 20 pounds

Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow facility safety regulations

Ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment

Must have a high awareness of safety at all times

Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Three (3) years of relevant industry experience

Ability to perform basic arc and wire feed welding

Basic working knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook or similar email software

Working Conditions & Physical Efforts:

Work is performed in both an outdoor and indoor shop environment. This position will be exposed to all hazards located at manufacturing sites including noise, fumes, excessive heat/cold, dust, welding arc, all chemicals associated with the manufacturing areas, smoke, and confined spaces. Environment is fast paced and demanding most of the time. The job requires safety glasses, hearing protection, and metatarsal safety shoes be worn at all times. The employee must be able to spend the entire work shift on their feet within the shop environment. The incumbent must also be able to wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) for working in the production facility.

Hazards:

This job requires handling metal objects some of which have sharp edges. Extreme care and awareness should be taken for all production jobs. Below are some common hazards that exist for this particular position. Set up and run of equipment provides the potential for injury through slips, falls, strains, pinch points, tripping hazards, shot blasting equipment, high pressure air nozzles, material handling equipment.

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.