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Valmont Industries, Inc. CDL Truck Driver - Days in Salina, Kansas
1100 North Ohio St Salina Kansas 67401-2403
Why Valmont
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. 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 Truck Driver position in the Shipping and Receiving department in the Global Coatings Division. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will operate a Valmont tractor-trailer to pick-up and/or deliver Valmont products safely and efficiently. Additionally, you will…
Inspect truck and trailers for defects before and after loads and report any defects
Operate a forklift to load and unload trucks as well as to stage and organize materials in the yard
Maintain maintenance logs on forklifts making certain it is in good operating condition at all times
Operate equipment and vehicles safely, protecting self and others from accident and injury
Maintain all necessary Department of Transportation (DOT) papers for record keeping requirements
Report and maintain an accurate driver’s log for DOT requirements
What it takes
Required Qualifications
Must have a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
Two years of previous experience driving a commercial truck in a professional environment
The ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment
The ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions
Must have a high awareness for safety at all times
The ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in extreme weather conditions
Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
Highly qualified candidates will also possess:
One year of previous experience operating a forklift
One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
The ability to pay attention to detail and follow work instructions
The ability to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
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 Industries, Inc. is a leading producer and distributor of products and services for the infrastructure and agricultural markets.
Valmont began in 1946 when founder, Robert B. Daugherty, combined his $5,000 savings with a wholehearted belief that business could and should be done better. From those modest beginnings, the company grew into a global leader of engineered products and services for infrastructure, and water-conserving irrigation equipment and solutions for agriculture.
From lighting and traffic structures to guide the way, to communication towers that keep people connected, to utility structures that power homes and businesses, to irrigation equipment and technology that helps grow the world’s food, we are committed to Conserving Resources. Improving Life ® .
Four primary business segments comprise Valmont: Engineered Support Structures; Coatings; Irrigation and Utility Support Structures. We manufacture products in over 80 different facilities spread across 6 continents and do business in over 22 different countries. Valmont is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol (VMI).
We are passionate about our products. We pride ourselves on being people of integrity who excel at delivering results. We pursue opportunities for growth by taking products and processes to new markets, developing new products for existing markets, and continually improving across the company to ensure that Valmont solutions are always the global industry leader.