Welder And Fitter - Per Diem

Welder and Fabricator

This role involves joining, fabricating, and repairing metal and other weldable materials using appropriate welding techniques, with a strong focus on large structural steel components for NAVSEA-related equipment. You will interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, and schematics to select the correct welding processes and ensure completed welds meet structural and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable materials using appropriate welding techniques.
• Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, schematics, and welding symbols to determine the correct welding processes and sequence of operations.
• Weld and fit various large structural steel components for NAVSEA-related equipment in a shipyard or similar heavy industrial environment.
• Inspect completed welds to verify structural soundness, accuracy, and adherence to specifications and quality standards.
• Use tape measures and other measuring tools to lay out, fit, and verify dimensions of structural components.
• Perform structural fitting, including aligning, positioning, and securing components prior to welding.
• Apply flux core and pulse welding techniques, including MIG pulse, as required by project specifications.
• Convert fractions to decimals down to 1/16th and 1/32nd from tape measurements to ensure precise fabrication and fit-up.
• Use squares and other layout tools to ensure correct angles, alignment, and squareness of structural assemblies.
• Perform tack welding to hold components in place prior to final welding.
• Work safely in a non-climate-controlled, open-air shop environment, following all safety procedures and guidelines.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $26.00/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 Hollywood, SC.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 17, 2026.