About the position The Systems Group is seeking a dedicated Combo Pipe Welder to join our team in El Dorado, AR. This role involves not only addressing daily operational challenges but also contributing to the long-term strategic goals of our company, which focuses on providing engineered solutions for a safer and more productive steel industry. The ideal candidate will be committed to teamwork and the success of the El Dorado team, embodying our mission and values. Responsibilities • Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly. , • Weld together metal components of products such as piping systems, plate, pipe and tube or structural shapes, as specified by layout, blueprints, diagram, work order, welding procedures, or oral instructions, using electric arc-welding equipment. , • Plan installation or repair to avoid obstructions and to avoid interfering with activities of other workers. , • Secure pipes to structure with bracket, clamps, and hangers, using hand tools and power tools. , • Weld in any direction - flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions. Requirements • Combo Pipe Welding in an industrial setting is preferred. , • Must be able to observe and recognize problems during the welding process and adjust speed, voltage, amperage, or feed of the rod. , • Must be able to read and interpret prints and plans. , • Must be able to properly use tools. , • Must be able to weld both carbon steel and stainless-steel pipe. , • Must be able to do basic math. , • Must be able to make precise measurements. , • Use stick, mig, tig, and flux core welding techniques to weld various components in varying positions. Nice-to-haves Benefits • Company subsidized health insurance , • 401(k) plan with employer match , • Paid vacation , • Paid holidays , • Opportunities for continuing education
See More Details >>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. 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. 1st Shift (5:00 am - 3:30 pm; M-F) Starting Wage $26.80/hr The Fitter/Welder is an Individual Contributor responsible for welding 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. • *Essential Functions:** + Lay out, align and assemble fabricated metal products used in electrical poles, substations and other structures + Work from blueprints and layouts to accurately fit structural parts or components together in shop, preparation to welding or riveting + Assemble structural units; repetitive types of assembling operations according to procedures established by others; and use hand tools and measuring devices in the performance of work + Perform repetitive types of assembling operations according to procedures established by others; and use hand tools and measuring devices in the performance of work + Fuse (weld)metal structural components together by means of arc welding using one process in the fabrication of steel electrical poles, substations, and other structures + Perform welding operations requiring a limited amount of planning and laying out of work from blueprints or other written specifications and determining operation sequence + Lay out guidelines or marks on metal parts and cut metal with a cutting torch + In addition to performing hand welding, the welder may also layout guidelines or marks on metal parts and may cut metal with a cutting torch or plasma cutter + Move pole shafts using an overhead crane and the gather parts and materials to complete the project + Actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures + Maintain the cleanliness of work area including all equipment and machinery + Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work both in a non-temperature controlled environment and outdoors + Other duties as directed by leaders and management • *Important Details about the Role:** + Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment without difficulty + Make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery + Read and decipher blue prints and flat sheets correctly and without assistance + The employee must maintain a safe and productive work environment producing a quality product which is shipped complete and on time to satisfy the needs of the customer + The employee has a direct impact on safety, quality, productivity, and delivery + This position reports to the Production Supervisor • *Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):** + Successful completion of an internal welding test + Working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.) + Knowledge of welding properties of a variety of metals + The ability to read and interpret blueprints to properly fit all products + The ability to set up work and determine operation sequence + The ability to calculate formulas using basic mathematics and standard U.S. and Metric Measurements + 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 and follow facility safety regulations + Maintain a safe and productive working environment • *Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:** + High School Diploma or GED equivalent + Graduation from an accredited trade school for welding + Three years or more of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment + One or more years of previous experience welding in a professional environment + Must have a high awareness for safety at all times. + Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results • *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 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.
See More Details >>Welder - Rig This person must be able to join metal parts, such as pipe or metal plates as specified by layout, blueprints, work orders, welding procedures or oral instructions through the application of heat or electric arc-welding equipment. Other duties may be assigned. MUST HAVE YOUR OWN RIG. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: • Uses spot welding gun or hand, electric, or gas welding equipment to weld or tack weld pieces together. • Unites pipes from torch to tanks of oxygen and fuel gas and turns valves to release mixture. • Reaching expected temperature, size, and color of flame by burning torch and adjusting flow of gas and air. • Preheats work pieces for the preparation of welding or curving, using torch. • Fills holes or corrects mistakes in lead pieces and makes bulges thin and curves in metal work pieces. • Checks the weakness of work pieces and measures work pieces with straightedge or template to ensure the piece meets specifications. • Climbs up ladders or works on scaffolds to take apart textures. • Gives signal to crane operator to lift large work pieces. • Uses thermal-cutting equipment such as flame-cutting torch or plasma-arc equipment to dismount metal assemblies or cut scrap metal. • Uses hoist, crane, wire and banding machine, or hand tools to place and protect work pieces. • In order to protect the torch chooses place of weld based on type, thickness, area, and expected temperature of metal. • Instructs and brings flame or electrodes on or across work piece to straighten, curve, dissolve, or develop metal. • Joins pieces together, covers up taut points, and adds metal to develop parts. • Other duties as assigned. • Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Industrial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. Qualifications Required for this Position: Education - no minimum education requirements. Experience - 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience. Benefits & Compensation: We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to . Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. See the "Know Your Rights" poster available in English and Spanish. About Austin Industrial Austin Industrial provides premier self-perform maintenance, construction, and soft craft service to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single-source solutions to our customers in the oil, gas, chemical, food, agriculture, power, and manufacturing industries. To learn more about us, visit No Third-Party Inquiries Please This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement). Any unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to this Company or any of its employee-owners becomes the property of the Company. Accessibility Note If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs or have accessibility concerns, please contact the People Services Team at (877) 831-1217.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to quickly enter the workforce. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, preparing graduates for immediate employment. According to the American Welding Society, there are currently over 402,333 welders employed throughout the United States, with approximately 9,463 active job openings at any given time. In El Dorado, AR, the median wage for welders is approximately $1,500 per week, with experienced professionals earning even more. Trade schools, community colleges, and platforms like the AWS Foundation help aspiring welders find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
