Electromechanical Technician - Weekend Day Shift

Job location

Columbus NE · United States

Full time

Posted on 2 months ago

Maintenance, Machinery and Equipment

Job description

1600 East 29th Ave Columbus Nebraska 68601

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.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.

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