Welder $25-$40/hr

Curtis Contracting, Inc.; West Point (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

401K Program

Profit Sharing

Paid Holidays

Paid Leave

Job summary

Curtis Contracting, Inc. is seeking a qualified welder to travel across Virginia on bridge and pipe rehabilitation projects. You will perform welding in varied positions and use a range of equipment while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires the ability to read technical drawings, pass welding certifications such as AWS, and perform related labor tasks on site. If you are willing to travel and work outdoors in demanding conditions, join our team.

Qualifications

• Minimum welding experience required.
• Certification such as AWS welding is required.
• Ability to pass X-ray inspection.
• Willingness to travel and work outdoors.
• Ability to read technical drawings.
• Safety-conscious and use protective gear.

Responsibilities

• Determine welding method and equipment based on requirements.
• Prepare parts with angle grinders.
• Align and clamp components for welding.
• Weld in vertical, horizontal, or overhead positions.
• Connect pipes by butt joint welding and fill gaps.
• Test and inspect welds for flaws; ensure equipment readiness.

Skills

Welding experience

Read drawings/technical docs

Safety standards knowledge

Pass X-ray tests

Travel for work

Labor capabilities

Outdoor work in extreme conditions

Education

AWS welding certification

Tools

Welding equipment proficiency

Calipers

Grinders

Electrical tools

Manual tools

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. 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.