Travel Per Diem Pipefitter
3 days ago
Raleigh
Job Description Job Title: Pipefitter Job Description This role requires an experienced First Class Pipefitter with strong experience in marine, commercial nuclear, or petrochemical environments. You will interpret complex piping drawings and perform precise pipe fitting, fabrication, and installation work on a variety of materials to support shipyard and vessel operations. Responsibilities • Read and interpret ship piping drawings to plan and execute pipefitting tasks accurately., • Fit and install carbon steel, corrosion-resistant steel (CRES), and copper nickel piping systems to required specifications., • Perform end preparation of piping by hand and with appropriate machinery, such as specialized pipe preparation equipment., • Install and adjust pipe hangers to ensure proper support, alignment, and system integrity., • Use a ruler accurately in inches and tenths to measure, mark, and verify dimensions., • Prepare and fit backing rings to support welding and ensure proper joint configuration., • Clean cut and break pipe using a grinder while maintaining safety and quality standards., • Hand-prep V bevels on pipe ends to meet welding and fabrication requirements., • Fabricate various details and assemblies directly from drawings, ensuring adherence to specifications., • Bend pipe from templates and operate a hand bender to achieve precise angles and shapes., • Fit welded sockets accurately to ensure tight, secure, and properly aligned joints., • Fit brazed joints with or without inserts, following applicable procedures and quality requirements., • Work on Navy vessels and in shop environments, adapting to shipboard conditions and confined spaces as required., • Five (5) or more years of experience as a marine, commercial nuclear, or petrochemical First Class Pipefitter., • Ability to read and interpret ship piping drawings and blueprints., • Proficiency in fitting carbon steel, CRES, and copper nickel piping., • Ability to perform pipe end preparation by hand and with specialized pipe preparation machines., • Knowledge of installing and adjusting pipe hangers., • Ability to accurately read a ruler using inches and tenths., • Skill in prepping and fitting backing rings for welded joints., • Ability to clean cut and break pipe using a grinder., • Ability to hand prep V bevels on pipe ends., • Experience fabricating details and assemblies from drawings., • Ability to bend pipe from templates and operate a hand bender., • Ability to fit welded sockets and brazed joints with or without inserts., • Three (3) or more years of experience as a marine, commercial nuclear, or petrochemical First Class Pipefitter may be considered based on overall skill level., • Prior experience working in a shipyard environment., • Familiarity with Navy vessel systems and shipboard conditions., • Comfort working from detailed blueprints and technical drawings. You will work in a major, high-profile shipyard that offers exposure to complex, large-scale projects and advanced marine systems. The environment supports skill development and hands-on experience with a variety of piping materials and shipboard systems. Multiple shifts provide scheduling flexibility, and the scope of work offers steady, challenging assignments that can help you grow your career in the marine and industrial sectors. Work Environment The position is based in a large shipyard that extends over several miles in Southeast Virginia. Work takes place on Navy vessels and in shop environments, often in industrial and shipboard settings. Seasonal conditions include hot, humid summers and cool winters, and you will work both indoors and outdoors as required by the project. The operation runs three shifts—1st shift (7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.), 2nd shift (3:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.), and 3rd shift (11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.)—and you must be able to work any shift as assigned, with shift availability subject to operational needs. The environment is industrial and safety-focused, with standard shipyard safety procedures, tools, and equipment used for pipefitting and fabrication work. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Raleigh, NC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $29.50 - $29.50/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 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. Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.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 meet 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 in solving 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.