Shipyard Fitter/Welder

1st Class Shipfitter Pay: $45/hr Per Diem: $140/day Locations: Goosecreek, SC & Newport News, VA 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 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. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Tampa, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 – $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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Tampa, FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026. 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. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance 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. Massachusetts Lie Detector 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. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) 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