Job Title: Marine Pipefitter - $27 - $32/hr, prefer local but open to travel Job Description We are seeking a skilled Marine Pipefitter to join our team. This role involves the repair, modification, installation, assembly, removal, testing, flushing, and troubleshooting of shipboard and industrial piping systems and related equipment. The ideal candidate must adhere to a range of technical standards and safety guidelines while working independently and interpreting blueprints. Responsibilities • Repair, modify, install, assemble, remove, test, flush, and troubleshoot shipboard and industrial piping systems and related equipment. • Adhere to applicable documents, references, and safety guidelines including ABS, MIL STD 777E, and MSC General Technical Requirements. • Read and interpret blueprints for guidance in the fabrication, repair, installation, and testing of marine piping systems. • Install and maintain ships' piping systems such as steam heat and power, hot water, hydraulic, air pressure, and oil lines. • Plan layout of pipe sections, ensuring conformance to specifications and accommodating obstructions and holes. • Cut and bore holes in bulkheads and decks for the installation of pipes. • Operate shop machines to cut and thread pipe and pipe fittings including valves, traps, and thermostats. • Bend pipe to specified shapes using pipe-bending fixtures. • Bolt or weld pipe brackets to support pipe systems and connect pipes to fixtures such as heat exchangers, pumps, and tanks. • Repair, pack, and adjust valves. • Test installed systems for leaks and ensure that they meet specifications. Essential Skills • Proficiency in pipefitting, blueprint reading, silver brazing, and marine piping systems. • Ability to fit and braze. • Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and work packages. • 4-5+ years of experience as a pipefitter in a shipyard. • DBIDS eligibility. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Experience with fabrication, fitting, installation, and brazing of marine piping systems. • Familiarity with NAVSEA Standard Items and U.S. Coast Guard Standard Items. • Ability to work independently and follow technical standards and safety guidelines. Why Work Here? Join a team that values precision, safety, and technical expertise. We offer a supportive and challenging work environment where you can grow and advance your skills in marine pipefitting. Our commitment to quality and excellence provides a rewarding career path for dedicated professionals. Work Environment Work will be performed aboard the USS REAGAN. The environment demands adherence to stringent safety and technical standards, requiring the use of various shop machines and hand tools in a shipboard setting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bremerton, Washington. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $30.00/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 Bremerton,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 2025. 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.
See More Details >>Craft and Technical Solutions is an established Marine and Industrial Staffing Company with offices all over the country. We partner with businesses as well as jobseekers to place individuals into positions efficiently. Currently, we are reviewing resumes for 1st Class Marine Pipefitters in the Sturgeon Bay, WI. • *$140/day per diem available for qualified candidates** Job Description: • Installing and repairing piping systems onboard ships and submarines • Conduct periodic spot checks for quality assurance on finished products. • Read and interpret blueprints. • Assemble, fabricate, install, test ship piping systems, and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment, according to specifications, by welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints. • Work may be on new construction or in ship repair. Job Requirements: • Must have a minimum of 5 years of marine pipefitting experience. • Solid understanding of shipbuilding and/or manufacturing processes. • Need to be able to work with different piping systems. • Must be able to pass 1st Class Pipe Fitter Written and Physical Assessments. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Must be able to read blueprints. • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on your own. • 10-Panel drug • Must be a U.S Citizen or Permanent Resident and provide a birth certificate, passport, permanent resident card or naturalization documentation. CTS offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees. Eligible employees may enroll in: • Health • Dental • Vision • Voluntary Life/Voluntary AD&D • Short-Term Disability • Long-Term Disability • Hospital Indemnity • Accident • Critical Illness • 401k Safety and responsible work practices are of paramount importance at CTS and are woven into the fabric of everything we do. We are committed to employee safety & development, the protection of the environment and the communities where we operate. We are ready to be a partner in your career success! Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. CTS is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability Craft and Technical Solutions has a consistent policy that requires an online application to be completed before we can further consider you as an applicant for this position. IND3 Job Type: Full-time Pay: $32.00 per hour Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Position Location: Bremerton, WA Summary: Using brazing and cutting equipment and various power and hand tools, the pipefitter performs a variety of shop and shipboard pipefitter trade functions. These functions include the repair and/or removal of old structural materials; the installation and fit up of new structural materials and complete fabrication of complex fluid system piping and piping hangers and supports. Works under direct supervision and performs related work as required. Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Other duties may be assigned. • Apply basic pipefitting and brazing processes to join, fabricate, or repair fluid system piping and associated hangers and supports. • Proficient in fitting straight pipe runs between brazed, welded or mechanical fittings. • Works from blueprints, engineering sketches, and specification requirements to determine materials and construction process required to fabricate component parts to develop a complete unit as designed. • May lay out and mark points on parts or subassemblies using rules, square, scribe or templates. • May position pieces be welded or brazed into jigs, holding fixtures, guides, and steps using measuring instruments and hand tools. • Knowledge of the processes and procedures necessary for the proper removal of old equipment and piping systems with minimal damage to surrounding materials. • Maintain certification in the brazing procedure(s) as required by Quality Assurance Manager. • Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. • Participates in special projects as required. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Computer Skills: Must possess basic computer skills to enter data into different data basis. Education/Experience: • High School Diploma or GED, plus technical/vocational training or the equivalent combination. • Typically requires 1+ years of related experience. • Experience working in the marine fitter trade gained through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training is preferred. • Thorough knowledge of brazing standards and brazing procedures. • Current brazing Certification for Cu and CuNi piping materials. • Skill to make acceptable brazes as determined by either peel test or UT test. • Read and understand blueprints and specifications. Certificates and Licenses: Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check and obtain and maintain a security badge for all military installations and civilian shipyards as needed. Knowledge, Skills and Other Abilities: • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. • Advanced knowledge of welding tools and procedures. • Knowledge of geometry, weld shrinkage, welding techniques, and physical properties of metal. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required on a regular basis to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and/or hear. Frequently the employee is required to carry objects that might weigh up to 50 pounds. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is working on a ship. The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts or working in a confined space. The employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Wage Range: $17.00-45.00 In determining compensation, various factors will be considered, including but not limited to, educational background; relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, market factors; and geographic location.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a pipefitter in Bremerton, WA, typically begins with a structured apprenticeship that blends hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in this trade generally span four to five years, requiring extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 89,141 pipefitters nationwide, with a median annual wage of $61,550. In Bremerton, the average weekly wage for pipefitters is approximately $1,533, with experienced professionals earning over $130,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and industry platforms facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with strong earning potential.
