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Welder roles in manufacturing, construction, and infrastructure can qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers document U.S. worker unavailability, file an I-140 petition, and sponsor you for permanent residency. Priority dates, country of birth, and union apprenticeship credentials all affect your timeline and eligibility.
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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.
A Brief Summary Of This Position
Under the direction of the Production Supervisor or Department Lead Person, the Welder Helper will assist with moving and placing of material and product at predetermined places by means of overhead cranes and forklifts. This person will rework and weld component parts by grinding and/or welding to blueprint specifications.
Nights 3rd Shift Standard Schedule:
Monday - Friday 11PM - 7AM
Starting Hourly Pay Rate (LG4):
$20.34 + $1.00 per hour shift differential
Shift differential is paid when hours worked are on an eligible shift.
Opportunity for step pay increases at 90 days, 1 year and 2 years
Eligible for annual discretionary bonus
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Comply 100% with PPE requirements and actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
- Clean and grind parts as needed and cut metals to predetermined sizes and tolerances.
- Use common shop manufacturing math to include adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing fractions and conversion of decimals
- Determine the center of an object using basic measuring skills and shop mathematics
- Perform operator preventative maintenance on overhead crane, forklift, and welding/cutting equipment
- Safely use overhead crane to properly position product for welding or grinding
- Comply with direction from Shop Supervisor and Lead Person
- Perform routing machine operations such as feeding or unloading a machine, and assisting worker by holding materials or tools.
- Pass a 1G v-groove weld test using GMAW and maintain certification
- Safely operate band saw for cutting raw material product according to drawing
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS OF EVERY CANDIDATE (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES):
- Must be able to pass Valmont endorsed 1G flat weld certification test
- Six months of previous hands-on welding experience in a professional environment
- Must be proficient at math to include adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing fractions and conversion of decimals
- Must be able to accurately read a measuring tape
- Maintain high awareness for safety at all times
- Read, write, and/or speak English
- Must be able to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
- The ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment
- Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL ALSO POSSESS THESE QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Current Valmont endorsed 1G flat weld certification
- One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
- One year of previous hands-on welding experience in a professional environment
- American Welding Society (AWS) welding certification from a recognized school
WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL EFFORT
Ambient temperatures in work area coincide with seasonal weather changes. Exposure to metal and smoke fumes due to surrounding processes. Abnormal noise level throughout the shop requiring that hearing protection worn at all times. Direct exposure to dirt, grease, mill scale, cutting fluid, rust inhibitors, and metal particles and splinters. Incumbent will also be exposed to production facilities where specific PPE will be required such as hand, hearing, foot, eye, and head protection. There will also be frequent exposure to outside elements for short periods of time. Being outside will also expose them to material handling equipment such as forklifts, straddle trucks, and shag trucks.
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.
INTRODUCTION
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.
A Brief Summary Of This Position
Under the direction of the Production Supervisor or Department Lead Person, the Welder Helper will assist with moving and placing of material and product at predetermined places by means of overhead cranes and forklifts. This person will rework and weld component parts by grinding and/or welding to blueprint specifications.
Nights 3rd Shift Standard Schedule:
Monday - Friday 11PM - 7AM
Starting Hourly Pay Rate (LG4):
$20.34 + $1.00 per hour shift differential
Shift differential is paid when hours worked are on an eligible shift.
Opportunity for step pay increases at 90 days, 1 year and 2 years
Eligible for annual discretionary bonus
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Comply 100% with PPE requirements and actively participate in department safety, demonstrate excellent safety practices and behaviors which conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures
- Clean and grind parts as needed and cut metals to predetermined sizes and tolerances.
- Use common shop manufacturing math to include adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing fractions and conversion of decimals
- Determine the center of an object using basic measuring skills and shop mathematics
- Perform operator preventative maintenance on overhead crane, forklift, and welding/cutting equipment
- Safely use overhead crane to properly position product for welding or grinding
- Comply with direction from Shop Supervisor and Lead Person
- Perform routing machine operations such as feeding or unloading a machine, and assisting worker by holding materials or tools.
- Pass a 1G v-groove weld test using GMAW and maintain certification
- Safely operate band saw for cutting raw material product according to drawing
- Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS OF EVERY CANDIDATE (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES):
- Must be able to pass Valmont endorsed 1G flat weld certification test
- Six months of previous hands-on welding experience in a professional environment
- Must be proficient at math to include adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing fractions and conversion of decimals
- Must be able to accurately read a measuring tape
- Maintain high awareness for safety at all times
- Read, write, and/or speak English
- Must be able to communicate and interact with coworkers in a positive manner
- The ability to work in a high volume, fast paced environment
- Must be a person of passion and integrity who has the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results
HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL ALSO POSSESS THESE QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Current Valmont endorsed 1G flat weld certification
- One year of previous experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
- One year of previous hands-on welding experience in a professional environment
- American Welding Society (AWS) welding certification from a recognized school
WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL EFFORT
Ambient temperatures in work area coincide with seasonal weather changes. Exposure to metal and smoke fumes due to surrounding processes. Abnormal noise level throughout the shop requiring that hearing protection worn at all times. Direct exposure to dirt, grease, mill scale, cutting fluid, rust inhibitors, and metal particles and splinters. Incumbent will also be exposed to production facilities where specific PPE will be required such as hand, hearing, foot, eye, and head protection. There will also be frequent exposure to outside elements for short periods of time. Being outside will also expose them to material handling equipment such as forklifts, straddle trucks, and shag trucks.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Welder
Verify your credentials meet EB-3 requirements
EB-3 skilled worker eligibility requires at least two years of training or experience. Gather welding certifications, apprenticeship completion records, and AWS or ASME credentials before applying. Employers filing PERM must document that your qualifications match the job requirements exactly.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search OFLC disclosure data for employers who have filed PERM applications for welder roles. Fabrication shops, shipyards, and pipeline contractors with repeat filings are already familiar with the sponsorship process and less likely to withdraw mid-application.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate filters job listings by green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on Welder roles at companies that have completed PERM filings before. This cuts out employers who express interest but lack the process experience to follow through.
Understand how union membership affects your PERM case
If the employer is a union shop, DOL requires that the prevailing wage meet the union's collectively bargained rate. Confirm your welding classification, journeyman or apprentice, maps to the correct DOL wage level before the employer submits the PERM application.
Cross-check offered wages against OFLC Wage Search
DOL requires PERM employers to pay at least the prevailing wage for your occupation and work location. Run your job title and ZIP code through OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to confirm the stated salary meets DOL's minimum threshold.
File I-485 concurrently if your priority date is current
Once your employer's I-140 is approved and your priority date is current in the Visa Bulletin, you can file your adjustment of status application with USCIS without waiting. Concurrent filing is only available inside the U.S., so confirm your current status permits it.
Green Card Welder: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Welder role qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Welding is classified as a skilled occupation under EB-3 because it requires at least two years of training or documented work experience. Employers must complete PERM labor certification with the DOL before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. Roles in shipbuilding, structural steel, and pipeline construction are among the most commonly sponsored welder positions.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Welder?
H-1B visa requires a bachelor's degree in a specialty occupation, which excludes most welding roles. EB-3 covers skilled trades with two or more years of training or experience, making it the correct employment-based category for welders. Unlike H-1B, there is no annual lottery for EB-3. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification and I-140 approval can take one to three years before you reach adjustment of status.
How long does the PERM process typically take for a Welder job?
The full sequence, including PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status, typically runs two to four years for applicants born in countries without significant visa backlogs. PERM alone averages around 12 to 18 months at DOL, and processing times shift based on audits and DOL staffing. Your country of birth determines your priority date queue in the Visa Bulletin, which can extend the timeline further.
Where can I find Welder jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Welder roles at employers with documented green card sponsorship history, filtered by location and EB category. Targeting companies that have completed prior PERM filings for similar roles reduces the risk of pursuing employers who are unfamiliar with the process or unlikely to commit to multi-year sponsorship timelines.
Can my employer sponsor me for an EB-2 instead of EB-3 as a Welder?
EB-2 requires either an advanced degree or a position that demonstrably requires one, which most welding roles do not meet. In rare cases, a highly specialized welding position, such as nuclear or aerospace applications requiring an engineering degree, could support an EB-2 filing. For the vast majority of welding jobs, EB-3 skilled worker is the correct and only viable employment-based green card category.