Advanced Shipfitter (Multi-Pass Tack And Burn)

Aerotek • Philadelphia, PA • 56min ago

Advanced Shipfitter

Aerotek is looking to hire Shipfitters with at least 4 year of experience for Newport News VA or Charleston, SC. The pay is 45 an 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 Philadelphia, PA.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Philadelphia, PA.

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Philadelphia,PA.

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.

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