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Advanced Shipfitter Pay: $45/hr Per Diem: $140/day Locations: Charleston, SC (Shop Environment) & Newport News, VA (Shipyard) If you take pride in building steel structures the right way u2014 with precision, toughness, and craftsmanship u2014 we want you on our team. We're hiring skilled Shipfitters for major projects in Charleston and Newport News, working where highu2011level fabrication meets realu2011world engineering. What Youu2019ll Do This role goes beyond basic fitting. You'll be working on complex structural assemblies that demand accuracy and a solid command of your tools. You will: + Perform multi-pass SMAW tack welding with consistency and quality. + Use oxygen/propane torches for cutting and heating materials. + Interpret advanced structural drawings, weld symbols, and blueprints u2014 not just read them. + Work confidently with fractional measurements and lay out steel components with precision. + Fit, align, and assemble structural parts to exact specifications. + Operate vibratory tools such as grinders and needle guns. + Work in demanding environments typical of shipbuilding and heavy fabrication. + Uphold strict OSHA and industry safety standards. What Makes These Openings Different Two Distinct Work Environments + Charleston, SC u2013 a controlled shop environment with steady, predictable workflow. + Newport News, VA u2013 an active shipyard for those who prefer largeu2011scale, highu2011impact projects. Top-Tier Compensation $45/hr plus a strong $140/day per diem u2014 among the most competitive packages available for this craft. Meaningful, Highu2011Skill Work Youu2019re not building simple components. Youu2019re contributing to large, heavyu2011duty structures where every measurement and weld matters. What You Bring + Experience with single and multi-pass SMAW tack welding + Ability to operate oxygen/propane cutting and heating equipment + Strong skills reading and interpreting complex blueprints and drawings + Ability to measure, lay out, and prepare parts for fabrication + Background in shipbuilding, steel fabrication, or heavy structural work Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Mobile, AL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:u2022 Medical, dental & visionu2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospitalu2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableu2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)u2022 Short and long-term disabilityu2022 Health Spending Account (HSA)u2022 Transportation benefitsu2022 Employee Assistance Programu2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Mobile,AL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 1, 2026. 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 u2013 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 companiesu2019 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.