Pipe Welder/Fitter

Aerotek; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Pipe Welder/Fitter in Duncan, SC to lead a team of pipe fitters in a climate-controlled shop. You will read blueprints, plan piping work, assign daily tasks, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time completion.

You will mentor crew members, verify installations, and maintain an organized workspace. This contract-to-hire role offers competitive pay between $26 and $28 per hour, with benefits and weekly pay, in a supportive, safety‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading pipe fitting teams in shop or field.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and prints.
• Strong piping and fitting knowledge and standards.
• Excellent leadership and team management.
• Clear verbal communication for directing a crew.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of pipe fitters to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality work.
• Review blueprints and prints to plan and lay out piping jobs accurately.
• Communicate job plans, priorities, and expectations clearly to the team.
• Coordinate daily work activities and allocate tasks based on project requirements and team strengths.
• Monitor progress and ensure adherence to specifications and timelines.
• Verify the quality and accuracy of completed pipe fitting and piping installations.
• Support and guide team members with technical questions on pipe fitting and blueprint interpretation.
• Promote safe work practices and adherence to facility procedures.
• Collaborate with shop personnel to maintain an organized, efficient, and clean work area.

Skills

Blueprints

Leadership

Communication

Pipe fitting

Quality control

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Title: Pipe Welder/Fitter

Job Description

Lead and manage a team of pipe fitters in a climate-controlled shop, using blueprints and project prints to plan, lay out, and communicate job requirements clearly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of pipe fitters to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality work.
• Review and interpret blueprints and prints to plan and lay out piping jobs accurately.
• Communicate job plans, priorities, and expectations clearly to the team.
• Coordinate daily work activities and allocate tasks based on project requirements and team strengths.
• Monitor progress of piping and fitting work, ensuring adherence to specifications and timelines.
• Verify the quality and accuracy of completed pipe fitting and piping installations.
• Support and guide team members with technical questions related to pipe fitting and blueprint interpretation.
• Promote and enforce safe work practices and adherence to facility procedures.
• Collaborate with other shop personnel to maintain an organized, efficient, and clean work area.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in pipe fitting in a field or shop environment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from blueprints and job prints.
• Strong knowledge of piping and fitting practices and standards.
• Effective leadership and team management skills.
• Clear verbal communication skills for directing and coordinating a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous pipefitting field experience.
• Experience working in a shop environment with structured workflows.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-focused setting.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy a climate-controlled, clean, and well-maintained facility with music playing, creating a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere. The schedule offers Monday-Friday work, supporting work-life balance. Team members benefit from great benefits and a professional environment that values quality, safety, and employee well-being.

Work Environment

The role is based in a climate-controlled, clean shop with music playing, providing a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere throughout the workday. The facility is modern and well-maintained, offering a very nice workspace. Work is typically scheduled Monday through Friday, supporting a consistent routine in a structured shop environment focused on piping and fitting projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Duncan, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $28.00/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 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:

• 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 Duncan,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 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.