Pipefitter / Pipe Welder (Shipyard)

Aerotek; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Plan

Weekly pay

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking experienced Pipefitters and Pipe Welders for a shipyard role in Downtown Tampa, FL. This is a contract, full-time position with first and second shift options.

Candidates should have shipyard experience and be able to work in tight spaces on marine piping projects. You will fabricate, fit, weld, and install piping in accordance with blueprints, read isometrics, and P&IDs, performing TIG/GTAW and Stick/SMAW welds on carbon and marine-grade materials.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of shipyard experience as a pipefitter or pipe welder.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, fit, assemble, and install piping systems aboard ships according to blueprints, drawings, and specifications.
• Perform TIG/GTAW and Stick/SMAW welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and marine-grade piping materials.
• Fit and weld pipe in multiple positions (2G, 5G, 6G) with proper alignment and weld quality.
• Read and interpret blueprints, isometrics, P&IDs, and piping specs to complete installations accurately.
• Install and repair piping systems, valves, flanges, supports in confined shipboard spaces.
• Follow shipyard safety procedures and PPE requirements throughout fabrication and installation.

Skills

Pipefitter

Pipe Welder

Shipyard experience

TIG welding

Tools

Cutting torches

Grinders

Job description

Pipefitter / Pipe Welder (Shipyard - Downtown Tampa)

Location: Tampa, FL (Shipyard Environment)

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $29 to $36 (Per diem offered if located 75+ miles from Tampa)

Schedule: we have 1st and 2nd shift openings

HABLAMOS ESPANOL

We are seeking experienced Pipefitters & Pipe Welders to join our shipyard team in Tampa, FL. Must have previous shipyard experience, long term position with full benefits, if interested

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Fabricate, fit, assemble, and install piping systems aboard ships and other marine vessels according to blueprints, drawings, and specifications.

• Perform TIG/GTAW and Stick/SMAW pipe welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and other marine-grade piping materials.

• Fit and weld pipe in multiple positions, including 2G, 5G, and 6G , while maintaining proper alignment, fit-up, and weld quality.

• Measure, cut, bevel, tack, and prepare pipe using grinders, cutting torches, saws, and other shipyard fabrication tools.

• Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, P&IDs, and piping specifications to complete installations accurately.

• Install and repair piping systems, valves, flanges, supports, and related components in tight and confined shipboard spaces.

• Follow all shipyard safety procedures, including proper PPE, hot-work requirements, confined-space procedures, and quality standards throughout fabrication and installation.

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years of previous shipyard experience as a pipefitter or pipe welder

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Tampa, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $36.00/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Tampa, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tampa,FL.

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.