Advanced Shipfitter (Multi-Pass Tack And Burn)
$45 per hourAerotek
1st Class Shipyard Welder/Fitter
If you take pride in building steel structures the right way with precision, toughness, and craftsmanship we want you on our team. We're hiring skilled Shipfitters for major projects in Charleston and Newport News, working where high-level fabrication meets real-world engineering.
What You'll Do
You will:
- Perform multi-pass SMAW tack welding with consistency and quality.
- Use oxygen/propane torches for cutting and heating materials.
- Interpret advanced structural drawings, weld symbols, and blueprints not just read them.
- Work confidently with fractional measurements and lay out steel components with precision.
- Fit, align, and assemble structural parts to exact specifications.
- Operate vibratory tools such as grinders and needle guns.
- Work in demanding environments typical of shipbuilding and heavy fabrication.
This is a contract position based out of Houma, LA.
The pay range for this position is $45.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Houma, LA.
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 2026.
Aerotek$45 per hour
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