Sandblaster

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Houston, TX, USA
In-Office
19-19 Hourly
Entry level
Greentech • Other
The Role
Operate and set up sandblasting equipment to abrade surfaces and prepare parts for coating (CorroCote). Load abrasives, adjust valves/pressure, direct nozzle to meet specifications, read blueprints, inspect finished parts, follow EPA containment rules, and perform repetitive lifting and physical tasks in noisy, high-temperature conditions.
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6123 Cunningham Rd Houston Texas 77041

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.

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.

Available Shift: 1st Shift, Monday - Friday from 5:00am to 1:45pm.

Compensation: $18.50 per hour

Welcome to Valmont, where a world of opportunity awaits. When you join our team, you become part of a passionate group dedicated to changing lives and conserving resources around the globe.

We want problem solvers who roll up their sleeves to foster progress and innovation for all people.

At Valmont, we provide infrastructure, irrigation, tubing and coatings to the world. We strengthen cities. We nourish croplands, we design, manufacture and coat products. Our products and services make a difference.

Join us and BUILD YOUR WORLD.

How You Will Contribute

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Sandblaster position in the Production department. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will assist with the application of CorroCote which offers superior protection for direct-embedded structural steel, transmission poles, and cellular towers.  Must have keen attention to detail and understand the importance of the quality of product we provide to our customers. 

Additionally, you will:

  • Shovels or pours abrasives such as sand, grit, or shot of specified grade into machine hopper.
  • Adjusts valves on equipment to regulate pressure and composition of abrasive mixture flowing through nozzle.
  • Starts equipment that directs blast or flow of abrasive-laden compressed air, over surface of parts.
  • Directs nozzle over surface of large parts until prescribed areas are thoroughly abraded to specification.
  • Reads and interprets blueprints and lays out area for blasting; examines finished parts to ensure conformance to specifications.

What It Takes

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum six months experience of sand or shot blasting in a metals production operation.
  • Must be skilled and proficient in setting and operating sandblasting equipment.
  • Must understand the process and its requirements, with a knowledge of how the blasting material abrades surfaces to remove adhering scale, sand, paint, grease, tar, rust, and dirt to meet the specified finish for final coating.
  • Must understand containment requirements as established by the EPA and the company.
  • Must be able to work in noisy, high-temperature conditions.
  • Repetitive lifting (up to 50 lbs. on occasion), stooping, reaching, pulling, standing, pushing, and grasping are required.
  • Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.

 Highly qualified candidates will also possess:

  • Experience in a galvanizing/coating production facility.  

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.

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].

Skills Required

  • Minimum six months experience of sand or shot blasting in a metals production operation.
  • Skilled and proficient in setting and operating sandblasting equipment.
  • Knowledge of how blasting material abrades surfaces to remove scale, paint, grease, tar, rust, and dirt to meet specified finish.
  • Understanding of containment requirements as established by the EPA and the company.
  • Ability to work in noisy, high-temperature conditions.
  • Repetitive lifting (up to 50 lbs. on occasion), stooping, reaching, pulling, standing, pushing, and grasping.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and examine finished parts for conformance to specifications.
  • Must be a person of passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results.
  • Experience in a galvanizing/coating production facility.

Valmont Industries, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Valmont Industries, Inc. and has not been reviewed or approved by Valmont Industries, Inc..

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision through major national insurers, alongside employee assistance and wellness initiatives. Some plans also include options like acupuncture and gym memberships.
  • Retirement Support Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company matching and opportunities for profit sharing. Eligibility typically follows age and service milestones before participation in certain plans.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off benefits include paid holidays, paid sick days, and paid vacation. Family medical leave is also available.

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The Company
HQ: Omaha, NE
10,001 Employees
Year Founded: 1946

What We Do

Valmont Industries Inc. is a global leader in creating vital infrastructure and advancing agricultural productivity around the world. For over 75 years, we have been committed to Conserving Resources. Improving Life.® Since our founding in 1946, we have pursued opportunities for growth, developed solutions through innovative technology, implemented sustainable practices, and maintained market leadership within dynamic industries. Valmont Industries Inc. (VMI) is publicly traded on the NYSE.

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