Per Diem Shipfitter

Shipfitter / Stick Welder - Newport News, VA

This position is located in Newport News, Virginia! Responsibilities include performing multi-pass tack welding using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process, operating burning and heating equipment, interpreting complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches, comprehending fractional dimensions, assembling structural piece parts, working in physically demanding environments, ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations, and utilizing vibratory tools. Essential skills include single and multi-pass tack welding, burning using oxygen / propane burning torches, heating using oxygen / propane heating torches, reading and interpreting complex structural assembly drawings, and comprehending fractional dimensions.

Why work here? Join a leading shipbuilding company known for its commitment to quality and innovation. Experience the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with cutting-edge technology and equipment. We value our employees and provide opportunities for growth and development.

Work environment : Work in the largest shipyard in the world, located in Southeast Virginia. The environment varies with hot and muggy summers and cool winters. Work on Navy vessels or in a shop setting, with shifts available around the clock : 1st shift (7am-3 : 30pm), 2nd shift (3 : 30pm-11pm), and 3rd shift (11pm-7am).

Job type and location : This is a contract position based out of Jacksonville, FL. The pay range for this position is $45.00 / 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 medical, dental & vision, critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short and long-term disability, health spending account, transportation benefits, employee assistance program, and time off / leave.

Workplace type : This is a fully onsite position in Jacksonville, FL.

Application deadline : This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 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 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 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.