Maintenance Helper

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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.

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.

Job Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment within the establishment such as hoists motors, pumps, belts, fans, air conditioners, conveyors, etc.
• Working knowledge of power tools and hand tools
• Disassembles machines, repairs and replaces broken parts
• Assist with repairs and maintenance of all equipment and buildings
• Adjust necessary equipment to ensure efficient and safe operation
• Maintain a clean and hazard free work environment to ensure department safety
• With guidance, interprets blueprints, works from sketches or verbal instructions
• Performs minor repairs on all types of forklifts and keeps in operating condition
• Contributes to the design and fabrication of production fixtures and racks
• Be an active participant in department safety; exhibit excellent safety practices and behaviors and follows the intended purposes of Valmont safety policies and procedures

What It Takes

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum one year experience general maintenance
• Learn to read Blue prints, schematics, set up instructions, and general mathematics applications
• The ability to work in damp high temperature conditions
• The ability to lift up to 50lbs on occasion with some repetitive lifting
• Must be able to work safely at elevated heights
• Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Highly qualified candidates will also possess:

• Electrical and plumbing experience
• The ability to read blue prints, schematics
• Minimum of two years' experience as a Maintenance helper or equivalent
• Must be able to be on Emergency Stand-by for unscheduled outages

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.

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