Welder $25-$40/hr

Curtis Contracting, Inc.; West Point (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

401K Program

Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

Paid Leave

Job summary

Curtis Contracting, Inc. travels to various locations in Virginia for bridge structure and pipe rehabilitation projects, performing welding duties and other field tasks.

The role requires welding with TIG/MMA, reading drawings, and meeting safety standards. Candidates must be willing to travel, work outdoors in extreme conditions, and pass x-ray tests; AWS certification is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as welder.
• Capable of passing x-ray tests.
• Experience with TIG and MMA welding.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• AWS welding certification is required.
• Willingness to perform labor and travel as needed.
• Willing to work outdoors in extreme conditions.

Responsibilities

• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.
• Operate angle grinders to prepare parts for welding.
• Align components using calipers and clamps.
• Weld components in vertical, horizontal, or overhead positions.
• Join pipes by welding butt joints and filling gaps.
• Test and inspect welded surfaces for flaws.
• Maintain welding equipment safety and readiness.

Skills

Welding experience

TIG welding

MMA welding

Reading drawings

Travel readiness

Safety awareness

AWS certification

Education

AWS Certification

Tools

Calipers

Rulers

Grinders

Clamps

Saws

Job description

This position travels to different locations through Virginia for Bridge Structure & pipe rehabilitation projects. This position will incorporate the duties of a welder, as well as other tasks.

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements
• Operate angle grinders to prepare the parts that must be welded
• Align components using calipers, rulers etc. and clamp pieces
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead)
• Connect pipe by welding pieces together at the butt joint and filling gaps
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structure to discover flaws
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety, productivity or the equipment itself

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as welder
• Capable of passing x-ray tests
• Experience using a variety of welding equipment and procedures (TIG, MMA etc.)
• Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, clamps, grinders etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)
• Professional Certification (e.g. an AWS welding certificate) is required
• Ability and willingness to perform labor work and other tasks as required
• The willingness to work outside and in extreme conditions as needed
• The willingness to travel and work on the road as needed

Benefits

• Health and Dental Insurance
• 401K Program
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Leave

Curtis Contracting, Inc. (CCI) is a Class “A” contractor prequalified with VDOT and has been in business since 1985. The company is organized into multiple divisions, including Civil, Heavy Highway, Road & Bridge Maintenance, and Federal.

Curtis Contracting, Inc. was founded on the principles of ethics, partnering, quality, integrity, safety, and environmental stewardship. These values continue to guide our leadership team and daily operations. We hope you will consider joining our team.

Curtis Contracting, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.