1st Class Shipfitter

Travel Shipfitter

Aerotek is looking to hire Shipfitters with at least 4 years of experience for Newport News, VA or Goose Creek, SC. The pay is $45 per hour and $140 per diem.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform multi-pass SMAW tack welding with consistency and high quality.
• Use oxygen/propane torches for cutting and heating materials.
• Interpret complex structural drawings, weld symbols, and blueprints with a strong understanding of fabrication requirements.
• Accurately work with fractional measurements and lay out steel components to precise specifications.
• Fit, align, and assemble structural steel parts and components.
• Operate vibratory tools including grinders and needle guns.
• Work safely and effectively in demanding shipyard and heavy fabrication environments.

Ideal Candidate

Shipfitting experience in shipbuilding, marine, or heavy industrial settings

Strong blueprint and weld symbol interpretation skills

Experience with SMAW tack welding and torch cutting/heating

Comfortable working in physically demanding environments

Ability to travel and work at either project location

Compensation & Benefits

• $140/day Per Diem
• Travel shipyard opportunities
• Long-term work potential

If you're an experienced Shipfitter looking for a travel opportunity with competitive per diem, apply today!

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/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).

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston, TX.

Application Deadline

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