Pipefitter

Pipefitter Job Description This position involves working on naval vessels, where you will lay out, align, and prepare piping systems. You will thread pipes and ensure compliance protocols are met for systems including steam, water, and gas. Additionally, you will tac weld and assist welders in connecting multi-stage piping systems, as well as clean and refurbish old systems. Responsibilities Layout, align, and prepare piping systems for naval vessels. Thread pipes and ensure piping systems meet compliance protocols for steam, water, and gas. Perform tac welding and assist welders with connecting multi-stage piping systems. Clean and refurbish old piping systems. Essential Skills Pipefitting with threading and brazing capabilities. Ability to layout, install, align, and tac weld piping systems. 5-8 years of first-class pipefitting experience. Proficiency in material take-off and print reading. Ability to map out, layout, and fit piping systems. Additional Skills & Qualifications Minimum of 8 years of solid and recent shipyard experience. Capability to independently manage jobs or serve as a key support for a small crew. Proficiency with standard tools of the trade. Why Work Here? Join a small company that has grown organically with plenty of work opportunities. We offer a six-month contract with potential for long-term employment and conversion based on performance. This position provides a chance to be a pivotal part of a team, with the potential for ongoing projects and career growth. Work Environment The work will take place at BAE, Nassco, and Navy Base locations, with potential support at Little Creek, MHI, NNSY, and other local installations requiring DBIDS. Candidates must be willing to travel to various yards as needed. Multiple jobs will be run concurrently, and OSHA and VSRA certifications are necessary. Employment can commence pending DBIDS clearance. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Norfolk, Virginia. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $28.00/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 Norfolk,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 2025. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. 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.