Job Description

Job Title: Pipefitter $35/hr + $140 per diem!

Position is located in Newport News, Virginia or Charleston, SC

Job Description

This role is responsible for installing, modifying, and repairing new and existing piping systems and related equipment. The pipefitter interprets drawings, blueprints, and sketches to plan and lay out the routing, placement, pitch, elevation, pressure reduction, expansion, and operation of various piping systems, ensuring safe, efficient, and leak-free performance.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and sketches to determine the layout, routing, and specifications of piping systems and equipment.
• Plan and lay out the routing, placement, pitch, elevation, pressure reduction, and expansion requirements for various piping systems.
• Install, modify, and repair new and existing piping systems and associated equipment in accordance with project requirements and applicable standards.
• Set up system routes, including measuring, marking, and cutting route openings for piping runs.
• Install hangers, supports, and related hardware at the proper pitch and elevation to maintain system integrity and performance.
• Determine and install risers, branch outlets, expansion joints, pumps, gauges, and pressure regulators in the appropriate configuration to ensure proper system operation.
• Plan and complete the routing and placement of piping systems leading to equipment, ensuring correct elevations and connection points.
• Position and secure equipment at proper elevations and locations within the piping systems.
• Join, seal, and test piping systems and equipment to verify proper pressures, leak-free joints, and reliable operation.
• Use tools and techniques such as measuring, drilling, tapping, brazing, and grinding to fabricate, fit, and finish piping components.
• Perform fabrication tasks in a shop or shipyard environment as required to support installation and repair activities.
• Follow safety procedures and quality standards while working with piping systems, tools, and equipment.

Essential Skills

• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and sketches for piping system layout and installation.
• Strong measurement skills to accurately plan, mark, and cut piping routes and openings.
• Proficiency in installing, modifying, and repairing piping systems and related equipment.
• Skill in using hand and power tools for drilling, tapping, brazing, and grinding.
• Capability to determine and install system components such as risers, branch outlets, expansion joints, pumps, gauges, and pressure regulators.
• Ability to set up system routes and install hangers and supports at correct pitch and elevation.
• Experience in joining, sealing, and pressure-testing piping systems to ensure leak-free operation.
• Knowledge of fabrication practices in a shop or shipyard environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newport News, VA.

The pay range for this position is $29.50 - $39.50/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
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 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.

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