Welder
Shirley Contracting Company, Llc
Construction/bridge welder for field & shop projects, operating tools, reading plans.
9 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Lorton, VA
Field
Company Size
501 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
General Contractor
Engineering
Design
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Transportation
Heavy Civil Construction
Site Development
Highways
Bridges
Utility
Role
What you would be doing
tool operation
filler selection
repair scheduling
material cutting
fabrication
welding notations
- Operator angle grinders and other small tools to prepare parts for welding.
- Select proper fillers for jobs based on previous experience or project instructions.
- Coordinate with field and/or shop for required schedule of repairs.
- Operator welding truck and maintains the materials, tools and equipment on the truck.
- Select proper materials, measure and cut to specifications.
- Shop - Fabricate and repair buckets, blades, trench boxes, vehicle parts, and specialized tools.
- Read and interpret standard welding notations.
What you bring
welding
driver's license
aws d1.1
aws d1.5
2+ yrs
safety
- Field - Field install welds, including weld pile, bearings, SIP decking and other bridge structural elements.
- Valid drivers license with clean driving record (No major traffic violations, tickets or accidents for the last 5 years.) preferred.
- Current and valid certification for ¾" and lower required. AWS D1.1 and D1.5 certification preferred, or the practical field knowledge to obtain certificates.
- 2+ years' experience operating as a construction/bridge welder.
- Must pass pre-employment DOT physical/drug screening.
- Knowledge of construction site best practices and safety procedure.
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Interview process
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Security clearance- pre-employment dot physical and drug screening required.
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Company
Overview
1974 Founded
Year Established
The company was established in 1974, marking the start of its infrastructure contributions.
$4.5B Revenue
Total Revenue
Generated over $4.5 billion from design-build projects across Virginia and Maryland.
- Over five decades, it evolved into a powerhouse contractor known for major infrastructure projects like the ICC, I‑95 Springfield Interchange, Dulles Greenway widening, and sections of Fairfax County Parkway.
- Specializing in design‑build, heavy civil, highway & bridge, utility infrastructure, site development, and public‑private partnerships, the firm self‑performs key phases to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.
- Operating divisions such as Shirley Underground and Metro Earthworks help tailor services from utility relocations to earthworks and deep foundations.
- Now part of the Clark Construction family, the company carries forward a legacy of innovation and regional impact with each project.
- Unusual fact: the company’s name honors its roots in the “Shirley Highway” project, reflecting a history deeply tied to the area’s transportation evolution.
- Safety: Each of us has the responsibility to ourselves, our families, our co‑workers, our clients, and the public to ensure a safe work environment—regardless of cost.
- Integrity: We believe that respecting others, treating people fairly, conducting business in a professional manner and honoring our commitments is the only way to do business.
- Innovation: We value innovative thinking and encourage the implementation of creative ideas in order to meet the challenges in our industry.
- Pride: We take tremendous pride in our people, our organization, the quality of our work, and our accomplishments.
- People: Our employees are our greatest asset. We strive to create a rewarding work environment, promote a culture of teamwork, and provide opportunities for their professional development.
50+ Years
Experienced in Environmental Preservation
The company has over 50 years of experience in heavy civil construction, consistently preserving the environment across all project phases.
No Net-Zero Target
Current Sustainability Commitment
The company has not yet established a public net-zero target date, indicating an area for future development in sustainability goals.
- Provide innovative solutions, assuring safe working conditions, providing quality work, and preserving our environment.
- Self-perform work and use alternative delivery methods to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and within budget, reducing resource waste.
- The company is a Drug Free, Affirmative Action, and Equal Opportunity Employer, supporting Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Disabled individuals.
- The company operates under an enERGy Network of employee resource groups to support team members and foster a culture of togetherness as a subsidiary of Clark Construction.
- The company is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants, regardless of sex, race, age, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
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