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Job Title: Pipefitter Job Description

As a Pipefitter, you will be responsible for tasks such as ripping out, repairing, targeting, laying out, fabricating, installing, and testing marine piping systems onboard ships in various stages of repair and modernization. You will work on the repair and replacement of ships' piping systems including auxiliary salt water, potable water, hydraulic, compressed air, fuel oil, and lube oil, following work item specifications, NAVSEA/Military standards, and marine blueprints. Your role will also include using various shop equipment such as table saws, pipe threading machines, bending machines, drill presses, and brazing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Rip out, repair, and install marine piping systems onboard ships.

• Fabricate piping systems using shop equipment like table saws, pipe threading machines, and bending machines.

• Repair and replace various ship piping systems, including auxiliary salt water and hydraulic systems.

• Perform strain-free installations of pumps and miscellaneous ship equipment.

• Conduct blanking, pressure testing of tanks, and unblanking procedures.

• Install and repair foundations for machinery and principal structures/components of ship's armament.

• Test shipboard machinery pier side or during sea trials to ensure satisfactory operation.

• Read, understand, and execute work based on technical documents, blueprints, and specifications.

Essential Skills

• Experience in pipe fitting and brazing.

• Working knowledge of piping systems on board marine vessels.

• Thorough knowledge of equipment, work processes, and techniques used in measuring, fitting, and welding pipe.

• Ability to read and interpret pipe drawings and calculate pipe requirements using standard pipe formulas.

• Capability to read, comprehend, and interpret blueprints.

• Certification requirements for manual torch brazing.

• Knowledge of and ability to utilize proper tools to perform job assignments.

• Reliability with a strong work ethic.

• Ability to estimate material needs for upcoming work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Must have basic hand tools applicable to your trade with a bag or tote.

• Proficient in reading, writing, and comprehending instructions in English.

Why Work Here?

Join a growing company that offers room for advancement, where your skills will be appreciated and you can further your career.

Work Environment

Work is conducted at various southside yards, providing a dynamic and challenging environment.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $40.00/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 Chesapeake,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 23, 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 – 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.