Travel Welder/Fabricator Position
Job Title: Structural Welder/Fitter
$45 & $140 in per diem. This position is located in Newport News, Virginia paying $45 and $140 in per diem
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Advanced Shipfitter with a minimum of four years of commercial or naval experience as a first-class Shipfitter The ideal candidate will have extensive skills in single pass tack welding, burning, heating, and the ability to read and comprehend complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches.
Responsibilities
Perform multi-pass tack welding using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process.
Operate burning and heating equipment, specifically oxygen/propane burning torches.
Interpret complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches, including weld symbols, material types, datum, and reference lines.
Comprehend fractional dimensions using a ruler and lay off piece parts for fabrication and assembly.
Assemble structural piece parts according to specifications with high-quality standards.
Work effectively in physically demanding environments such as shipbuilding or steel fabrication.
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations relevant to the shipbuilding industry.
Utilize vibratory tools including grinders and needle guns.
Essential Skills
Single & Multi Pass Tack Welding
Burning using Oxygen/Propane Burning Torch
Heating using Oxygen/Propane Heating Torch
Ability to read and interpret complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches
Ability to comprehend fractional dimensions using a ruler
Ability to lay off piece parts for fabrication and assembly
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 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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Katy,Texas.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 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 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.
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