Crane Operator (Evening Shift)

955 North Haverhill Rd El Dorado Kansas 67042-4806

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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.

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

Starting Wage $21.82 / hr + $1 / hr shift differential

A Brief Summary of This Position

The Crane Operator is an Individual Contributor responsible for the operation of overhead bridge cranes. The incumbent is responsible securing loads and moving suspended loads throughout the department by operating the remote-controlled bridge cranes.

Essential Functions :

Determine load weights and check them against lifting capacities in order to prevent overload

Use remotes (speed and direction control buttons) to operate cranes for lifting, moving, and placing loads

Inspect cables and grappling devices for wear

Inspect crane mechanisms and lifting accessories in order to prevent malfunctions and damage

Review daily work and delivery schedules to determine orders, sequences of deliveries, and special loading instructions

A thorough knowledge of rigging and moving procedures and practices are essential to ensure safety and quality of product

Keep other workers supplied with materials, tools and supplies

Set up and operate a variety of grinding machines; grind metal work pieces according to knowledge of grinding procedures

Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Other duties as required and / or assigned

Important Details about the Role

Make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up the machinery

Setup, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment

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 Production Supervisor

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

The ability to calculate simple mathematics and interpret shop drawings

Ability to become Valmont trained and certified overhead crane

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 occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, although most frequent lift is up to 20 pounds

High awareness for safety at all times

Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 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

One (1) year previous experience operating overhead bridge crane

One (1) year previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment

The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner

Demonstrate a commitment to Safety through excellent safety practices and behaviors by conforming to all Valmont safety policies and procedures

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

Working Conditions & Physical Efforts :

Work is primarily performed in an 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.