19845 US Hwy 76 Newberry South Carolina 29108
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.
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Essential Functions:
- Technical skills to install, maintain, or troubleshoot electrical equipment safely and must demonstrate knowledge of electrical safety practices, hazard recognition, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Routinely inspecting electrical systems such as wiring, fixtures, and appliances.
- Identifying faults or hazards.
- Troubleshooting system failures.
- Installation & Repair: Installing new electrical components, running conduit, wiring, and repairing or replacing malfunctioning electrical apparatus.
- Preventive Maintenance (PM): Conducting regular inspections of electrical systems—including generators, transformers, lighting, and circuit breakers—to prevent failures.
- Troubleshooting: Diagnosing issues in electrical circuits and systems using testing equipment like multimeters, ammeters, and thermal imaging cameras.
- Safety Compliance: Ensuring all electrical work adheres to NEC, local building codes, and company safety protocols.
- Documentation: Maintaining accurate logs of maintenance activities, repairs, and updating technical documentation in Maintenance Management Systems (Maintain X).
- Facility Support: Assisting with general maintenance tasks such as HVAC systems, lighting, and emergency power systems.
Other Important Details about the Role:
- Buss duct replacements, arch flash trained, running power 24V-480V, running conduit work, electrical panel replacements, also supporting our day-to-day electrical needs.
- Lockout/tagout procedures are mandatory.
- Work alongside a lesser-skilled technician. In this case, the employee needs to take care that the lesser-skilled technician is working safely and correctly.
- Assist the new co-worker with the task at hand.
- Employee operates as a member of the team, but not as a lead.
Required Qualifications of Every Candidate (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
- NFPA 70E certification required
- Education: High school diploma or GED; technical school training or apprenticeship is highly preferred.
- Certification: Valid journeyman electrician license or equivalent qualification.
- Experience: Proven work experience as a maintenance electrician, preferably in an industrial or commercial setting.
- Skills: Strong knowledge of electrical systems, ability to read blueprints/schematics, and solid problem-solving abilities.
- Physical Ability: Ability to work in tight spaces, lift heavy equipment, and stand for long periods
Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications
- Ability to operate a forklift
- Self-starter requiring a minimum of supervision and direction
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.