Pipe Welder
Aerotek - Portsmouth, VA
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Job Pipe Welder u2013 SMAW/GTAW (Shipyard/Industrial) u2013 Hiring Now Location: Suffolk, VA (Hampton Roads) Schedule: Monu2013Fri, 6 AMu20134 PM + occasional Saturdays Employment Type: Fullu2011Time About the Role We are seeking an experienced Pipe Welder skilled in SMAW and GTAW processes to support shipyard and industrial projects across the Hampton Roads region. This role is ideal for welders who excel in multiu2011pass, allu2011position pipe welding and want steady work, overtime opportunities, and longu2011term career growth. Key Responsibilities + Perform multiu2011pass fillet and butt welds in all positions using SMAW + Weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and copperu2011nickel pipe using SMAW/GTAW + Complete mirror welding in tight or challenging environments + Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, weld symbols, and measurements + Prep and set up pipe materials per specifications (cutting, grinding, fitu2011up) + Use fillet gauges, butt gauges, and a 6-inch scale accurately + Follow OSHA and industry safety procedures for shipyard environments + Complete required computeru2011based training modules What Weu2019re Looking For + 2u20135 years of TIG and STICK pipe welding experience + 3+ years welding metals using electric, gas, and arc processes + Ability to pass a SMAW 6-inch pipe weld test + Experience working in shipyards, industrial sites, shutdowns, or similar environments + Ability to work with oxygen/propane heating torches + Strong focus on safety, precision, and workmanship Why Join Us + Consistent overtime and strong earning potential + Longu2011term project stability across Hampton Roads + Career advancement opportunities through ongoing training + Supportive team environment that values quality and craftsmanship Work Environment Youu2019ll work on shipyard and construction projects in Norfolk, Newport News, Portsmouth, and surrounding areas. This role requires physical activity, climbing, maneuvering in ship compartments, and working in industrial environments. How to Apply If you're looking for a longu2011term career with a company that values skill, consistency, and craftsmanship, we'd love to speak with you. Reply to this email with your resume or a good time to connect. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Portsmouth, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/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 Portsmouth,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 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.
Created: 2026-03-02