Pipefitter

Job Title: Pipefitter

Job Description

This role is responsible for fitting and welding complex stainless-steel piping systems that support critical industrial infrastructure and testing operations. You will perform high-quality welds on process piping systems while strictly following engineering specifications, welding procedures, quality requirements, and safety standards in a demanding industrial construction and fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

• Fit and weld stainless-steel piping systems using GTAW (TIG), GMAW (STT/RMD), FCAW-G, and other approved welding processes.

• Fabricate and assemble structural steel and piping systems to support industrial infrastructure and testing operations.

• Interpret engineering drawings, isometric drawings, and specifications to accurately execute fabrication and installation work.

• Apply knowledge of industrial piping systems and relevant piping codes to ensure safe and compliant installations.

• Perform visual inspections in accordance with applicable piping system requirements to verify weld quality and integrity.

• Maintain welding quality standards and support pressure-system integrity requirements throughout fabrication and installation.

• Assist with planning welding and fabrication activities when procedures are not fully defined, helping to sequence work efficiently.

• Work safely in dynamic industrial construction environments, following all safety procedures and using appropriate protective equipment.

• Participate in process improvement efforts to increase efficiency, improve weld quality, and reduce turnaround times.

• Support field welding activities, including high-purity and high-pressure process piping, as project needs require.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in GTAW (TIG) welding on stainless-steel pipe.

• Proficiency in GMAW (STT/RMD) welding processes for piping applications.

• Experience with FCAW-G and other approved welding processes used in industrial fabrication.

• Strong pipe fitting and fabrication skills for complex piping systems.

• Ability to interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and isometric drawings for piping and structural work.

• Knowledge of industrial piping systems and relevant piping codes and standards.

• Experience working with high-purity and high-pressure process piping.

• Demonstrated commitment to safety-focused work in dynamic construction environments.

• Ability to perform visual weld inspections in alignment with piping system requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on structural steel fabrication in addition to piping systems.

• Familiarity with process piping used in critical industrial infrastructure and testing operations.

• Ability to assist with planning and sequencing welding and fabrication tasks when procedures are not fully defined.

• Comfort working on night shifts, weekends, and overtime based on project schedules.

• Physical ability to perform frequent climbing, kneeling, crouching, overhead work, and material handling in demanding environments.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that supports critical industrial infrastructure and testing operations, offering exposure to advanced welding processes and complex piping systems. The environment emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement, giving you the opportunity to refine your craft and contribute to process enhancements. You will gain valuable experience in high-purity and high-pressure piping, industrial construction, and field welding, while working on challenging projects that provide steady, hands-on work and opportunities to grow your technical skills.

Work Environment

The role is based in an industrial construction and fabrication setting, working primarily on a night-shift schedule, typically from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. You can expect frequent overtime and weekend work driven by project requirements. The work takes place largely outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wind, and rain. You will be exposed to welding fumes, industrial noise, and active construction equipment, and will regularly perform tasks that involve climbing, kneeling, crouching, and overhead work. The position requires lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted, pushing and pulling up to 75 pounds, and spending extended periods standing, walking, and working in physically demanding conditions while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brownsville, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $33.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brownsville, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brownsville,TX.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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.