Field Pipe Rehabilitation Welding Specialist — D1

Build better corridors, waterways, and communities

At Curtis Contracting, Inc. (CCI), our work strengthens Virginia’s infrastructure. Since 1985, we’ve delivered Civil, Heavy Highway, Road & Bridge Maintenance, and Federal projects as a VDOT-prequalified Class “A” contractor. Our culture is rooted in ethics, partnering, quality, integrity, safety, and environmental stewardship.

• You’ll be the on-site welding expert for pipe rehabilitation projects across Virginia
• Your versatility keeps operations moving—welding first, but ready to support essential field tasks
• Your craftsmanship, inspections, and maintenance uphold safety and quality standards

• Travel statewide to project locations and perform structural welding in all positions (vertical, horizontal, overhead)
• Select appropriate processes and equipment to meet project and code requirements
• Prepare materials with angle grinders; align and secure components using calipers, rulers, and clamps
• Weld and connect pipe at butt joints, ensure proper gap fill, and verify integrity
• Conduct inspections and testing of welds and assemblies to detect flaws
• Maintain welding rigs and tools to protect safety, performance, and reliability
• Perform field labor as needed: install silt fence, fill sandbags, set sheet pile, and clear debris from existing pipe

• Experienced welder with AWS D1.5 certification
• Capable of producing welds that pass x‑ray examination
• Proficient with TIG, MMA, and related welding techniques and equipment
• Comfortable using saws, squares, clamps, grinders, and other hand/electric tools
• Skilled at reading technical drawings and documents
• Strong safety mindset and consistent use of PPE (face shield, gloves, etc.)
• Professional certifications (e.g., AWS credentials) are beneficial
• Willing to handle physically demanding labor and assist with varied tasks
• Prepared to work outdoors in challenging and extreme conditions
• Open to frequent travel and on-the-road assignments as needed

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

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