Welder Entry Level

Location: Valley NE

28800 Ida St Valley Nebraska 68064-8016

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.

Compensation: $23.90/hr. + $2/hr. shift differential

Available Shift: 2nd shift, Monday - Friday 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

3rd shift, Sunday - Thursday, 11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.

3rd shift Tuesday - Friday, 8:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.

Weekend Shift: Friday - Sunday, 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

At Valmont, welding is more than just a skill — it’s how we build the structures that support power lines, highways, agriculture, and communication networks across the world. As an Entry-Level Welder, you’ll start a career that’s hands-on, high-impact, and full of potential. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for a place to grow, we’ll train you, support you, and set you up for success.

What We Offer

Competitive starting pay

Paid, hands-on training in MIG (GMAW) welding

A full Total Wellbeing benefits package (listed below)

Long-term career paths and advancement opportunities

A clean, safe, team-focused work environment

What You’ll Do In this role, you’ll help build the steel structures that make modern life possible — from traffic poles to cell towers to irrigation systems. We’ll train you on the tools, techniques, and safety standards that set Valmont apart.

Your Responsibilities Include

Performing MIG welding on structural steel components

Reading basic blueprints and work instructions

Inspecting welds and ensuring product quality

Following safety procedures and reporting issues

Working closely with team members to meet production goals

What You Bring We’re looking for motivated individuals who want to work hard, learn fast, and build something that matters.

Ideal Candidates Have

A strong work ethic and willingness to learn

Basic familiarity with hand tools or power tools

Interest in welding or fabrication work

Ability to follow instructions and work safely

High school diploma or GED preferred

No prior welding experience required — we’ll train you

Your Work Has Purpose Every weld you make supports real-world systems — from lighting highways to powering farms to keeping communities connected. When you weld at Valmont, you’re building more than metal. You’re building infrastructure that lasts.

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 [email protected].