VI
Tulsa OK
Claremore OK
Full time
R28699
801 N Xanthus Tulsa Oklahoma 74110-4949
Why Valmont
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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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For the Maintenance Lead role within Valmont we are looking for a highly driven individual to perform and mentor skilled technical work in areas of installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will, while working under the direct supervision of the Production Supervisor, direct all activities regarding maintenance and facility maintenance operations at their site. This is done within prescribed codes, and according to prescribed procedures, specifications, and drawings. This Lead role has a wide electromechanical knowledge and high degree of proficiency.
Shifts available:
Weekend Nights: Friday to Sunday - 5pm-5am (Tulsa Location)
Days: Monday to Friday 7am-3:30pm (Claremore Location)
Essential Functions
Must be able to perform all job activities related to the employee's current maintenance classification at a high level
Responsible for making sure that all maintenance employees are using and wearing all required PPE for their specific duties
Responsible for reporting all injuries that transpire on the shift to the Supervisor and the EHS Manager as soon as possible
Understand the goals for their respective department and drive the team to meet or surpass those goals
Assist the Supervisor to coordinate the maintenance employees to complete repairs and special projects to meet goals within the department and the site
Coach and motivate the crew to perform at their highest level
Help introduce and drive Lean techniques and methodologies
Understand and drive cost reduction efforts within the department and the site
Responsible for enforcement of all Valmont policies and procedures within the department
Ensure employee engagement and morale within the department, informing supervisor or HR department of any causes for immediate or major concern
Manage activities related to daily maintenance scheduling to complete all breakdown repairs in a timely manner
Assist Supervisor with ordering and tracking of spare parts and working with MRO as needed
Establish and enforce quality expectations to meet or exceed the customers' expectations
Promote, institute, and maintain a safe, clean, and hazard free work environment
Be responsible for the maintenance of the facility, housekeeping, and equipment during the shift
Create corrective work orders, release PM work orders and ensure on time completion
Review projects and work assignments for potential hazards and recommend safest ways to complete the job
Ensure that maintenance mechanics are following the LOTO provisions of the hazardous energy control program
Responsible for performing preventative maintenance & repairs on all plant equipment and facilities including hydraulic machines, presses, shears, cranes, welders, mechanical clutches, drive trains, etc.
Responsible for the repair of worn parts, straightens and fabricates fixtures. Makes new installation of equipment and performs major repairs/replacements.
Seek opportunities for efficiencies and improvements within the maintenance department.
Proper installation of equipment ensuring that necessary safety standards are adhered to.
Performs maintenance tasks according to production needs to minimize downtime.
Support manufacturing demands including working during non-peak hours (e.g., off-shifts, holidays, weekends, etc.) as required/assigned).
Respond to on-duty emergency requests and after-hours call-ins.
Performs strategic preventative maintenance; continuous improvement of maintenance systems and practices.
Ability to coordinate maintenance activities with other departments.
The ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues.
Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy while working in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical drawings.
Perform new installations of equipment, including high and low voltage systems and major repairs and replacements
Complete diagnosis, testing, disassembly, inspecting, precise measuring, repair and re-assembly of plant equipment or components
Use troubleshooting aids, such as volt, ohm and amp meters, meggers, anemometers, tachometers and any other tool used to diagnose equipment to interpret readings
Perform pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical electronic troubleshooting and repair plant production equipment
Important Details about the Role
The employee is responsible for own work, as well as leading/delegating to other team members.
Must be able to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Must display an aptitude for problem solving and the ability to plan for or around future needs or problems.
Although most of this job is covered by standard practices, good common sense and quality control procedures are essential aspects of completing this job in a successful manner.
Must be able to determine when equipment should be removed from or returned to service
Must be able to identify and report hazards
Must be able to work with other employees to complete job.
The employee has a direct impact on safety, quality, productivity, TME (total manufacturing expenses), and customer satisfaction.
This position reports to the Facilities Manager.
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
Six (6) to Nine (9) years of experience in industrial/manufacturing maintenance.
Associates degree in industrial maintenance, engineering and/or equivalent.
Requires working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanics or electrical applications.
Basic working knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook or similar email software.
The ability to work in a team environment with a diverse group of people.
The ability to meet production, safety, and quality standards in a high-paced working environment.
Ability to be Valmont trained and certified in operation of forklift.
Wear required personal protective equipment and follow facility safety regulations.
Maintain a safe and productive working environment.
Physically capable and available to work overtime including weekends, public holidays, and evenings.
Must be available for on-call rotation.
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications
10+ years of experience in industrial/manufacturing maintenance.
Technical training in industrial machine types
Three (3) or more years of machine mechanical/electronics experience.
Previous experience leading/supervising people in a maintenance role.
Experience in three or more areas - CNC, electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, metalworking.
Must have a high awareness for safety at all times.
Working knowledge of single and three phase electrical circuitry with an ability to read electrical schematics.
Ability to read and understand blue prints.
Experience performing all position arc and wire feed welding on steel and aluminum.
Experience with pneumatics, hydraulics, water and natural gas plumbing.
Experience with mills/lathes.
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 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.