Per Diem Advanced Shipfitter

1st Class Ship fitter

Pay: $45/hr Per Diem: $140/day

Locations: Goosecreek, SC & Newport News, VA

If you take pride in building steel structures the right way - with precision, toughness, and craftsmanship - we want you on our team. We're hiring skilled Shipfitters for major projects in Charleston and Newport News, working where high-level fabrication meets real-world engineering.

This role goes beyond basic fitting. You'll be working on complex structural assemblies that demand accuracy and a solid command of your tools.

• Perform multi-pass SMAW tack welding with consistency and quality.
• Use oxygen/propane torches for cutting and heating materials.
• Interpret advanced structural drawings, weld symbols, and blueprints - not just read them.
• Work confidently with fractional measurements and lay out steel components with precision.
• Fit, align, and assemble structural parts to exact specifications.
• Operate vibratory tools such as grinders and needle guns.
• Work in demanding environments typical of shipbuilding and heavy fabrication.
• Uphold strict OSHA and industry safety standards.

The pay range for this position is $45.00/hr.

• 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)

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.