Job Description Here at BAE Systems, Pipe Fitters are assigned to remove, target, fabricate, repair, install system per drawings and test marine piping systems onboard ships in various stages of repair and modernization. Pipe Shop mechanics perform a variety of skilled duties such as general pipe fitting, burning/brazing, use of various mechanical attached fittings (MAF), sketching and testing of various piping systems in shop or onboard the vessel. Pipe Shop employees must be able to interrupt and follow all basic PPE Requirements, Safety Policies and Procedures put out by BAE. • Install, test, and maintain piping systems, including fuel, water, and hydraulic systems • Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and specifications to determine piping system requirements • Remove, target and fabricate new piping spools/assembly sections from existing conditions • Cut, thread, and bend pipes to fit specific measurements and angles • Assemble and connect pipes, fittings, and valves using various techniques, such as welding, soldering, and brazing • Test piping systems for leaks and other defects • Repair and replace damaged or corroded pipes, fittings, and valves • Collaborate with other tradespeople, such as welders and electricians, to ensure proper installation and functioning of piping systems • Troubleshoot and diagnose problems with piping systems • Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as cleaning and inspecting pipes and fittings Required Education, Experience, & Skills • Must be able to read, write, comprehend simple instructions and apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form. • High School Diploma or 5+ years of experience in pipe fitting or a related trade • Knowledge of piping systems, materials, and installation techniques • Identification of piping by class, schedule, size and the system they are used on • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and diagrams • Physical stamina to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment • Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces • Have the basic Pipe Fitting tools required to complete daily task • Must be able to wear applicable PPE (Hard Hat, Safety Glasses, Gloves, Steel Toe/Metatarsal Boots, Hearing Protection) • Must be able to obtain and maintain Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) access card. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills • 5 years or more experience/pipe fitting apprenticeship program • Pipe fitting and installation techniques • Welding, soldering, and brazing techniques • Blueprint reading and interpretation • Troubleshooting and problem-solving • Communication and teamwork skills • Physical stamina and dexterity Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $44720 - $78520 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too. This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
See More Details >>Travel Pipefitter Position - $29.50/hr and $140 Per Diem Located in Newport News, VA We are seeking an experienced Shipyard Pipefitter with five or more years of experience in marine, commercial nuclear, or petro/chemical industries. The ideal candidate will be proficient in reading and interpreting ship piping drawings and fitting various types of piping, including carbon steel, CRES, and copper nickel. Responsibilities • Read and interpret ship piping drawings. • Fit carbon steel, CRES, and copper nickel piping. • End prep piping by hand or with a Portsmouth Machine. • Install pipe hangers. • Read a ruler using inches and tenths. • Prep and fit-up backing rings. • Clean cut/break pipe with a grinder. • Hand prep V bevels. • Fabricate various details and assemblies from drawings. • Bend pipe from templates and use a hand bender. • Fit welded sockets. • Fit brazed joints with/without inserts. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Jacksonville, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $29.50 - $29.50/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 Jacksonville,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 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 >>Position: 1st Class Mechanical Fitter Position Type: Full-time, Non-Exempt, Hourly Reports To: Foreman Location: Jacksonville, FL Who We Are Stellar Energy provides bespoke state-of-the-art solutions customers build in for optimized performance now, bridging a critical gap in the energy transition towards a better future. In business for over 25 years, we have added efficiency and capacity to customer infrastructure in more than 15 countries. More dispatchable power. Increased LNG production. Greater Data Center efficiency and lower costs. Lower emissions for greater sustainability. Hyperscale deployment at the best possible speed to first megawatt. All delivered with a 100% performance test passage rate. What You Will Be Doing A First-Class Pipe Fitter with Stellar Energy will have experience and working knowledge of mechanical equipment, piping installation, and various terminologies. Blueprint reading, measurements, setting equipment/piping, and job specifications to build an integrally complete piping system. Installation of various valves, suction diffusers, guides, circuit setters, expansion tanks, pumps, chillers, automatic air vents, pressure regulators. As well as safely and efficiently direct and monitor two or more helpers. Complies with all company policies, procedures and safety requirements and physically / medically qualified to wear required PPE per OSHA standards. Prepares for ISO 9001 and other audits. What We’re Looking For Must Have's: • Knowledge of threading, grinding, welding, brazing, rigging, plasma cutting, gas arc cutting • Fluent in all hydro process for 150 psi testing and inspections • Minimum of 6+ years related experience or training • Knowledge of datum lining, piping center lines and work points • Strong attention to detail • Physical stamina and the ability to work in various conditions (e.g., confined areas, heights) and physically / medically qualified to wear required PPE • High School Diploma or GED • Must be authorized to work in the USA Nice to Have: • 8+ Years’ experience in Industrial Mechanical Fitting. • Accredited vocational technical training What We Offer • Retention Bonuses – Quarterly bonuses in the amount of $300.00 • Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day of the month after the start date of employment. • 401k program – Employer Match .01% to 3% is 100% match, 3.01% to 6% is 50% match. • 3-Weeks Paid Time-Off • 10-Paid holidays a year • Safety Boot Program – $100.00 reimbursement for the purchase of safety boots, yearly. • Gym Membership • 2nd Shift Differential – 10% What We Pay Starting at $27 / hourly What Hours You Will Work This is a full-time position. First shift days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Work Conditions This position operates out of a fabrication facility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is sometimes exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Stellar Energy Americas Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Stellar Energy Americas Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a pipefitter in Jacksonville, FL, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to gain practical skills while earning a wage. Apprenticeships generally span four to five years, requiring extensive on-the-job 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, translating to about $1,183 per week. In Jacksonville, the average weekly wage for pipefitters is $1,170, with an annual overtime average of $2,800. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Guild offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with the potential to earn over $100,000 annually for experienced professionals.
