Per Diem Pipefitter

Job Title: Pipefitter Job Description This role is responsible for installing, modifying, and repairing new and existing piping systems and related equipment in a shop and shipyard environment. You will work from drawings, blueprints, and sketches to plan and lay out complex piping routes, ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient operation of various systems. Responsibilities Install, modify, and repair new and existing piping systems and associated equipment in a shop and shipyard environment. Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and sketches to plan and lay out routing, placement, pitch, elevation, pressure reduction, expansion, and operation of piping systems. Set up system routes, including placing and cutting route openings in accordance with specifications and safety requirements. Install hangers, supports, and related hardware at the proper pitch and elevation to ensure structural integrity and correct system alignment. Determine and install risers, branch outlets, expansion joints, pumps, gauges, and pressure regulators in the appropriate combination to ensure proper system operation. Plan and complete the routing and placement of piping systems leading to equipment, ensuring accurate connections and alignment. Determine and place equipment at the proper elevations and locations within the piping systems to meet design and operational requirements. Join, seal, and test piping systems and equipment to verify proper pressures, leak‑free joints, and reliable operation. Use measuring tools to take accurate measurements and verify dimensions during fabrication and installation. Perform drilling, tapping, brazing, and grinding as needed to fabricate and fit piping and components. Support shipyard fabrication activities by fitting and assembling piping systems to meet project specifications and schedules. Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area in the shop and shipyard. Essential Skills Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and sketches for piping systems. Proficiency in planning and laying out routing, placement, pitch, elevation, pressure reduction, and expansion for piping systems. Hands‑on experience installing, modifying, and repairing piping systems and related equipment. Skill in using measurement tools to take accurate measurements and verify dimensions. Experience with drilling, tapping, brazing, and grinding in a fabrication or pipefitting environment. Ability to install hangers, risers, branch outlets, expansion joints, pumps, gauges, and pressure regulators correctly. Competence in joining, sealing, and testing piping systems to ensure proper pressure and leak‑free operation. Experience working in a shipyard or heavy fabrication environment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety in a shop and shipyard setting. Additional Skills & Qualifications Previous shipyard experience is a plus. Experience in a fabrication shop environment is beneficial. Familiarity with shipyard‑specific piping systems and standards is advantageous. Why Work Here? You will join a growing operation in a newly acquired facility that offers exposure to diverse and complex piping projects in a professional shop and shipyard environment. The workplace supports multiple shifts, providing flexibility and opportunities to align your schedule with your personal needs. You will work with experienced tradespeople, build your skills in advanced fabrication and pipefitting, and contribute to high‑impact industrial and marine projects. Work Environment This position is based in a shop environment at a newly acquired industrial facility in the Charleston/Goose Creek area, formerly operating as a shipyard‑focused site. You will work around fabrication and shipyard operations, including cutting, grinding, brazing, and assembling piping systems. Multiple shifts are available, offering flexibility in scheduling. The environment involves typical industrial conditions such as noise, fabrication equipment, and material handling, and requires appropriate work attire and personal protective equipment suitable for a shop and shipyard setting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Jacksonville, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $29.50 - $39.50/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Jacksonville, FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026. Equal Employment Opportunity The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aerotek