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.

This position will work Friday, Saturday and Sunday 12 hour shifts for 36 hours and be paid for 40.

Training will be on Day Shift Monday - Thursday

A Brief Summary of This Position

The Electromechanical Technician 2 performs highly skilled technical work in areas of installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment with a wide knowledge and high degree of proficiency. Responsibilities include new installations of equipment, major repairs and replacements as well as performing Preventative Maintenance. The Electromechanical Technician also performs general responsibilities such as recording labor and materials and reporting of abnormal conditions and safety hazards. The incumbent also occasionally is in charge of different industrial lifting equipment and is expected to operate all the hoists and forklifts in a safe and efficient manner.

Essential Functions

• Install various types of power distribution equipment including gutters, disconnects, conduits and cables in accordance with UL and National Electric Code
• Perform diagnosis, testing, disassembly, inspecting, precise measuring, repair and re-assembly of plant equipment or components with limited instruction
• Maintain and install controllers and control equipment and change, alter, or modify existing equipment when necessary
• Install and repair lighting up to 480V
• Repair small fixtures, fans, and appliances while also repairing welders, wire feeds, plasma cutters, and motors over 110V
• Perform pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical troubleshooting and repair plant production equipment as needed
• Use troubleshooting aids such as digital VOM to accurately interpret readings

• Maintain a neat and orderly work area and perform general housecleaning tasks as needed
• Perform other general responsibilities such as recording labor and materials and reporting abnormal conditions and safety hazards
• May occasionally assist newer co-workers and technicians in the first-tier with various tasks
• This is an individual contributor position with no direct reports

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

• Must agree to complete and pass a defined list of technical course work or be actively pursuing a degree in Electromechancial Technology.   (Note: This requirement will be waived for employees who have a degree in Electromechanical Technology)
• 2-4 years of relevant work experience
• The ability to pass the written Electromechanical Technician II test and a level II hands-on test
• The ability to climb and work at elevated heights of up to eighty feet
• The ability to work over ten hours a week in overtime when required for business needs
• One year of previous experience maintaining industrial equipment
• One year of previous experience using industrial lifting equipment, cranes or hoists
• One year of previous experience using at least one of the following troubleshooting aides: thermography gun, digital VOM, volt, ohm or amp meters
• The ability to accurately interpret electrical schematics, blueprints and National Electrical Code books for both AC & DC electrical systems
• The ability to read and understand hydraulic and pneumatic valves and prints
• A working knowledge of using e-mail
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Experience welding and fabricating
• Self-starter requiring a minimum of supervision and direction
• Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical troubleshooting
• Experience with low-voltage electrical / electronic troubleshooting
• Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

• A degree in Electromechanical Technology or Electrical Technology is preferred
• 5+ years of relevant work experience

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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