Job Description

As a Pipefitter, you will play a critical role in installing and maintaining ship piping systems. These systems may include steam, heat and power, hot water, hydraulic, air pressure, and oil. Your work will involve planning the layout of pipe sections, cutting and boring holes in bulkheads and decks, and cutting and threading pipes and fittings, including valves, traps, and thermostats. Additionally, you will bend pipes to specified shapes, bolt on pipe-bending fixtures, and bolt or weld brackets to support pipe systems. You will connect pipes to fixtures such as heat exchangers, pumps, tanks, and other ship equipment, and ensure systems are tested for leaks and meet specifications.

• Install and maintain ships' piping systems, including steam, heat and power, hot water, hydraulic, air pressure, and oil.
• Plan layout of pipe sections and cut and bore holes for installation.
• Cut and thread pipe and pipe fittings, including valves, traps, and thermostats.
• Bend pipe to specified shape using pipe-bending fixtures.
• Bolt or weld brackets to support pipe systems.
• Connect pipes to ship fixtures such as heat exchangers, laundry, and galley equipment.
• Repair, pack, and adjust valves.
• Test installed systems for leaks and compliance with specifications.
• Ensure completion of Work Authorization Forms (WAFs) before starting tasks.
• Follow safety standards and hot work protocols.

• Pipefitting experience, particularly with piping systems on vessels or ships.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Experience with brazing and installation.
• Proficiency in butt welding, installing pipe hangers, fitting flanged joints, threading pipes.
• Adherence to tag-out procedures and WAF requirements.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1st Class requires 5+ years of recent experience.
• 2nd Class requires 3+ years of recent experience.
• Rapid Gate preferred for local candidates and necessary for Per Diem candidates.

Join a company where you can contribute to building America's fleet and your future. Employees are critical contributors to national defense and maritime excellence, offering meaningful careers where skilled professionals can grow, innovate, and make a lasting impact. Develop your skills, advance your career, and build a future with a company committed to your success. Work with an industry leader supporting critical national defense programs, and join a team that values craftsmanship, integrity, accountability, and mutual respect. Take pride in delivering quality work that keeps America's fleet mission-ready.

You will be working in a shipyard/outdoor environment, supporting work at various locations. The shift is primarily 1st (7-3:30) and occasionally 2nd (3-11), with weekend work typically on Saturdays. Expect to work 40-55 hours per week, depending on workload. There is no specific shift attire.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Norfolk, VA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Norfolk,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 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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