Careers

Transmission & Distribution

At Sabre Tubular Structures, our most important asset is our people. Keeping a top manufacturing facility running smoothly requires state-of-the-art equipment and superior technology, along with motivated and skilled employees dedicated to their work. We look for employees who want to work in an environment that values their talent, skills, and creativity. Sabre Tubular Structures is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for any position we may currently have open.

Our facility offers everything from manufacturing positions to engineering, drafting and support staff. We offer competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, and the professional advantage of an environment that supports development and recognizes achievements. At Sabre Tubular Structures, every team member makes a difference. For confidential consideration, please select from the following positions below and email a letter of application, resume, and salary requirements.

Online Application System Accessibility Statement

Sabre Communications Corporation endeavors to make sabretubularstructures.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Nadia Messina, Human Resources Generalist at 817-852-1700 or nmessina@sabrecom.com

By Mail:
Sabre Tubular Structures
Attn: Human Resources
8653 E. Highway 67
Alvarado, TX 76009
Toll Free: 866-254-3707
Fax: 817-852-1703
Email: hr-sts@sabrecom.com

Post Offer Physical and Drug Testing Required
Equal Opportunity Employer


Painter Lead - Alvarado, TX	Apply

Responsibilities: Serves as a "Working Lead Person", thus also performing the duties of the Painter and/or Blaster as needed. Responsible for overseeing and delegating daily task to assigned employees. Efficiently use the company’s computer system (Epicor/Vantage - MES), to collect labor hours and track process information on each job. Supervises employee duties to ensure Safety, Quality, and Productivity goals are being met. Responsible for training production employees as needed. Ensures all daily production cards are filled out properly with the correct cost centers, part numbers, job numbers, and time worked on parts. Insures housekeeping is maintained in area. Creates a team environment based on mutual dignity and respect. Assist in the implementation of the master plan to ensure goals and project delivery dates are met. Assist in the organization and development of personnel. Must be a self-starter, able to multi-task, have strong communication skills and ability to lead and motivate employees. The lead helps to ensure machinery, tools, and equipment are in good working order. Communicates to appropriate personnel any unusual operating conditions. Ensures a quality product is being produced while at the same time able to assist in solving problems as they arise. Ensures all company policies and procedures are being followed. Also “participate in developing” new policies and procedures as a process of continuous improvement at the direction of management. Provides cross training opportuni

Requirements: High School Diploma or GED preferred; (or) must have successfully demonstrated leadership capabilities in a manufacturing environment. Bilingual preferred but not required. Must learn how to effectively use the Epicor/Vantage computer system to report data, check job schedules, inventory levels, routings, bill of materials, as well as, train new and existing employees. Must have knowledge of basic shop mathematics, addition, subtraction, fractions and decimals. Must be able to read and write English. Must be able to or learn how to read a tape measure. Must be able to stand 100% of scheduled shift. Lifting, pushing, prying, and dragging heavy materials. Must be capable of bending, stooping, crawling under or over and occasional climbing. Lifting up to 50 lbs. for males and 35 lbs. for females. Abnormal amount of heat due to the heating process. Abnormal level of noise due to grinding, chipping, hammering, requires hearing protection (ear plugs) be worn at all times. Must possess adequate dexterity and stamina to sustain expected production effectively.

Purchasing Manager - Alvarado, TX	Apply

Responsibilities: Supervise subordinate personnel including: hiring, determining workload and delegating assignments, training, monitoring, and evaluating performance and initiating corrective or disciplining action. Determine and develop vendor sourcing for manufactured and MRO items through the analysis of optimal pricing, delivery, and quality mix. Evaluate and use outsourced services where appropriate. Carefully review and obtain required approvals for all agreements for outside services. Prepare and issue purchase orders and change notices staying abreast of production schedules. Coordinate with other departments, such as Sales, Engineering, Production and Inventory Control to meet and exceed customer expectations in the performance of his/her duties. Work closely with the Director of Steel Sourcing to coordinate terms of purchase orders, delivery schedules and other related matters. .Maintain Vantage price lists, establish and maintain part minimums; maximums and safety stock levels. Maintain Supplier master file and Supplier Groups. Place and monitor all subcontract POs. Implement Kanban on standard pole parts. Insure maintenance and security of all necessary department records. Assist in insuring compliance with all state and Federal laws and regulations and company policies and procedures. Interpret policies as needed and recommend changes as indicated. Keep management appraised on all critical matters on a timely basis so issues can be addressed in an expeditious manner. Complete oth

Requirements: Minimum 5 to 7 years broad purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment utilizing ERP/MRP systems within a medium size company. 5+ years in a Purchasing Manager position. Strong analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to assess a variety of abstract facts, formulate reasoned alternatives and positively communicate decisions and solutions. Strong math aptitude and ability to thrive in a deadline driven environment. Familiarity with engineering drawings. Current computer skills, including Excel. Ability to develop strong working relationships. Possesses a high energy level and enthusiasm with the ability to focus on agreed recommendations and results. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Able to function independently and also work in a team environment. Action oriented. Has a bias for action and results. Takes initiative, develops and implements creative and effective solutions to key problems. Strives for continuous improvement. Thinks outside the box to solve problems. Applies sound business ethics and exhibits a high degree of integrity in all business interactions.

Engineering Supervisor - Alvarado, TX	Apply

Responsibilities: Supervises Engineering personnel and schedules the projects at proposal and job processing stages. Responsible for the technical management of all structural engineering related aspects of transmission and substation tubular structures including development and support of design proposals, processing jobs, interpretation of the customer's technical specification, development of technical procedures for the department, assists in the development of the engineering software, and development of design methodologies. Offers technical solutions for field issues. Maintains Engineering Manual. Supports the preparation of CAD drawings, collaborating with manufacturing and procurement processes. Communicates with customer via phone, letter, fax, email and in person. Maintains the accuracy of the designs produced in the department by reviewing the related analysis & design calculations. Cooperates fully with all departments in order to experience smooth flow of work throughout the company. Responsible for the technical training of the engineering personnel on various engineering and related topics. Conducts engineering meetings and prepares minutes. Attends different meetings (technical, supervisory, sales, production scheduling, system setup, trainings, safety, STS Quarterly All Call Meeting, etc...) in order to fully support the policies and procedures of Sabre Tubular Structures.

Requirements: B.S. in Civil Engineering with emphasis on Structural Engineering. 10 to 15 years of experience in the design of Transmission steel pole structures, at least five years in an engineering management position, five or more years working in a manufacturing environment and three to five years in a supervisory capacity. Be able to perform structural analysis and design of transmission and substation structures and their components. Strong technical and personnel supervisory skills. Multi tasking capability. Good verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Civil Engineering (Structural emphasis) or S.E. preferred.

Plant Superintendent – Night Shift - Alvarado, TX	Apply

Responsibilities: Directs and coordinates all plant activities regularly reviewing performance against operating plans and established standards and provide reports to subordinates and management on results. Makes changes and corrections in operations as indicated. Employs innovative solutions and creative approaches when possible. Assists the Director of Operations in overseeing all financial aspects of plant operations including profitability, manufacturing efficiency, and cost reduction and containment. Assists in preparing a facility budget and operating forecasts and monitors results against budget. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements: Minimum of 8 to 10 years of successful manufacturing and operations experience and 5 years of management experience in steel fabrication (or similar manufacturing environment). BS degree preferred. Demonstrated progressive experience in a manufacturing environment. Extensive knowledge of MRP/ERP systems. Demonstrated experience in implementing lean manufacturing. Experience handling bulk products and material. Demonstrated success in building and effectively managing teams of individuals. Must have acted as the focal point for insuring that objectives are accomplished on time and within budget. Experience in business management with understanding of financials, forecasting, planning, and reporting. Thorough, best practices knowledge of all areas of manufacturing. Current experience and demonstrated knowledge of GMPs applicable regulations and laws. Strong analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to assess a variety of abstract facts, formulate reasoned alternatives and positively communicate decisions and solutions. Proven track record of building support and credibility with all levels of employees. Experience developing strong working relationships in a multicultural environment. High energy level and enthusiasm with the ability to focus on agreed recommendations and results. Current computer skills and ability to do financial modeling.

Sabre Tubular Structures, the steel pole division of Sabre Industries, Inc.,
designs and manufactures tubular steel poles used in power
transmission & distribution applications, substation applications, and sports and high mast lighting.

Sabre Tubular Structures • 8653 E. Highway 67 • Alvarado, TX 76009
Toll Free: 866-254-3707 • Fax: 817-852-1703 • Email: utilitysales@sabre-sts.com

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