Pipefitter

Job Title: Pipefitter / Fabrication Technician Job Description

This role focuses on fitting, laying out, and preparing piping and structural materials for fabrication in a large industrial shop environment. You will interpret blueprints and P&IDs, select and prepare materials, and support welding and assembly activities for complex engineered systems used across North America.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprint drawings and P&ID documents to determine layout, material requirements, and fabrication steps.

• Select appropriate types and sizes of pipe, steel, and related materials and equipment based on project specifications.

• Cut materials using saws, pipe cutters, hammers and chisels, cutting torches, and pipe cutting machines.

• Fit materials in proper sequence to be welded, either in a positioner, by hand, or using machines.

• Lay out and thread pipe using a pipe threading machine, ensuring accurate measurements and alignment.

• Perform layout work on materials, marking cut lines, weld locations, and assembly points according to blueprints.

• Tack weld pipe and structural components to hold assemblies in place prior to final welding.

• Collaborate with welders, electricians, engineers, and production team members to complete fabrication and assembly tasks.

• Follow safety procedures, use required PPE, and operate tools and equipment in a safe and responsible manner.

• Support fast-paced production schedules by working efficiently to meet project deadlines.

• Provide occasional field support as needed for installation or troubleshooting of fabricated systems.

• Maintain a clean, organized work area and contribute to the overall orderliness of the fabrication facility.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and P&ID drawings.

• Proficiency in layout of pipe and structural materials for fabrication.

• Ability to tack weld pipe and structural components safely and accurately.

• Experience using pipe threading machines for layout and threading operations.

• Skill in cutting materials using saws, pipe cutters, hammers and chisels, cutting torches, and pipe cutting machines.

• Knowledge of pipefitting practices, including fitting, layout, and assembly of piping systems.

• Comfort working in a hands-on industrial fabrication environment involving piping, welding, structural assembly, and mechanical systems.

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including standing, lifting, bending, climbing, and manual labor throughout the shift.

• Commitment to following safety procedures and using required PPE in a production environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a pipefitter or fabrication technician in a shop or manufacturing setting.

• Familiarity with large-scale engineered systems and industrial construction projects.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, schedule-driven production environment.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills for collaborating with fitters, welders, electricians, engineers, and production staff.

• Attention to detail in layout, measurement, and alignment to ensure high-quality fabrication.

• Willingness to work overtime during busy seasons, including extended hours and additional days as needed.

Why Work Here?

Employees join a family-owned organization that invests heavily in its manufacturing operations, including a modern 100,000-square-foot assembly shop. The company offers a stable, growing environment with continued expansion and exposure to complex mechanical, electrical, and structural projects. Team members benefit from opportunities to work on large-scale engineered systems used across North America, develop specialized fabrication and industrial construction skills, and advance based on performance. The benefits package typically includes medical, dental, vision, retirement plans with company match, paid time off, and company holidays, along with competitive compensation aligned to experience.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large, well-organized and clean fabrication facility that is non-climate controlled. The standard shift runs from 7:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. on Friday, with overtime during busy seasons that can reach 65–70 hours per week. Work takes place primarily in a shop/manufacturing environment, with occasional opportunities to support field activities. The setting is hands-on and industrial, involving piping, welding, structural assembly, mechanical systems, and regular use of power tools, cutting equipment, threading machines, and material handling equipment. The job requires frequent standing, lifting, bending, climbing, and manual labor throughout the shift. The company maintains a safety-focused culture with required PPE and strict adherence to safety procedures. The atmosphere is fast-paced and team-oriented, with close collaboration among fitters, welders, electricians, engineers, and production personnel to meet project schedules and deadlines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Myrtle Beach, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/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 Myrtle Beach,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.

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.