Job Title: Structural Welder/Fitter $45 & $140 in per diem. This position is located in Newport News, Virginia paying $45 and $140 in per diem Job Description We are seeking an experienced Advanced Shipfitter with a minimum of four years of commercial or naval experience as a first-class Shipfitter The ideal candidate will have extensive skills in single pass tack welding, burning, heating, and the ability to read and comprehend complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches. Responsibilities: Job is located in Newport News, Virginia. • Perform multi-pass tack welding using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process. • Operate burning and heating equipment, specifically oxygen/propane burning torches. • Interpret complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches, including weld symbols, material types, datum, and reference lines. • Comprehend fractional dimensions using a ruler and lay off piece parts for fabrication and assembly. • Assemble structural piece parts according to specifications with high-quality standards. • Work effectively in physically demanding environments such as shipbuilding or steel fabrication. • Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations relevant to the shipbuilding industry. • Utilize vibratory tools including grinders and needle guns. Essential Skills: Job is located in Newport News, Virginia. • Single & Multi Pass Tack Welding • Burning using Oxygen/Propane Burning Torch • Heating using Oxygen/Propane Heating Torch • Ability to read and interpret complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches • Ability to comprehend fractional dimensions using a ruler • Ability to lay off piece parts for fabrication and assembly Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Charleston, SC. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $45.00/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 Charleston,SC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 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 >>As a Welder, this position is responsible for welding structural steel in various positions and using various tools to align and secure parts before assembly at marine or railroad projects for Russell Marine, LLC. The Welder will work from specifications provided by the Foreman, where defects are examined and specifications are met. Various welding techniques are used to obtain the required configurations and positions for welding. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Welds structural (sheet) steel in all positions (3G and 4G are most common, with the occasional 6G). • Lays out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies before assembly using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, flange lineup pins, wrap-around, center finders, and rulers. This position is responsible for self-performed fittings. • Examine work pieces for defects; measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications. • Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind, or bolt parts to obtain required configurations and positions for welding. • Perform other related duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Education: Must possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) or be eligible/willing to obtain one upon hire. • Experience: One (1) year of experience in structural welding in vertical (3G) and overhead (4G) positions within the construction industry. • Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA): Thorough knowledge of practices and materials of the welding craft & trade. Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills in English to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and customers. Must pass the company-assigned 3G and 4G weld test with satisfactory results before hire. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Certification(s): Professional Welding Certification, preferred. Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) or Stick welding certification. • Experience: Three (3) years of experience in structural welding (SMAW or stick welding) in vertical (3G) and overheard (4G) positions within the construction industry. 6G (horizontal welding) experience, and cutting torch experience. • Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA): General knowledge of Marine or Railroad construction terminology, and/or pile driving knowledge or skills. WORKING CONDITIONS • The individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation. • The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes a hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, personal floatation devices (PFD), and/or other protective equipment as required. • The individual frequently works near moving mechanical parts and must be able to adapt to temperature changes, outdoor conditions, and prolonged exposure to dusty, wet, or humid conditions, loud noises, and vibration. • The individual may be required to work long hours and/or weekends. Additionally, some out-of-town or overnight travel may be required. • The individual is required to walk, step, climb, or otherwise move from one location on the job site to another, which may be of varying heights and access parameters. • The individual is going to be required on occasion to climb ladders, stoop, board boats, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl. • The individual may be required to work in confined spaces, climb vertical ladders of a height of 6 ft. or greater, and/or elevated heights. • The individual may be required to lift objects with a minimum of 10 lbs. and a maximum single-person lift of 50 lbs. This could result in frequent lifting or carrying depending on project needs. 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. The Company expects and requires all employees to observe and fulfill all safety responsibilities as outlined in workplace safety training and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Employees are authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed as well as bring problems to the attention of the immediate supervisor, HSE Manager, or HR Manager. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees. Employment at Russell Marine, LLC is on an “at-will” basis. There is no contract of employment between Russell Marine, LLC and any one or all of its employees unless explicitly stated elsewhere. Employment security cannot be guaranteed for or by any employee. No Manager, Supervisor, or employee of the Company has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make an agreement for employment other than at-will. Only the Owner or President has the authority to modify the at-will relationship, and then only in writing specifically addressed to the employee on this issue and signed by that Russell Marine, LLC Executive. Russell Marine, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with Russell Marine, LLC, please contact human resources at hr.jobs@russellmarinellc.com.
See More Details >>POSITION SUMMARY This position is accountable for providing yard maintenance support to Orion. Incumbents are responsible for welding, cutting, grinding, chipping, and clean-up in the projects with which they are involved. Typically, they will work closely with the Welding Shop Foreman, Yard Superintendent, Dredge Captains, Deck Captains, Welders, Helpers, and other skilled crafts persons. The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork, most importantly with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES • Works as assigned by the Welding Shop Foreman to ensure the successful completion of on-going or new marine yard support projects. • Gathers information on the scope of work and obtains the necessary permits prior to beginning the actual welding project. • Displays and uses capabilities to cut, weld, chip, and grind metal as may be required by the project. • Utilizes oxygen-acetylene cutting torch and related equipment when required to cut away metal from existing structure beams or platforms. • Welds together pieces of sheet metal once individual sheet piles are pile driven into place. • Applies ability to stick rod weld in all positions to complete a job. • Rigs cable for lifting and moving objects from one location to another. • Handles the placement of steel plates and sheet piles with the aid of equipment such as cranes, winches, cables, and hand tools that may be available. • Operates saws, presses, drills, and grinders to fabricate parts needed to repair a piece of equipment. • Inspects and makes minor repairs to welding equipment; notifies Foreman of parts needed to complete repairs. • Picks up needed materials and supplies to complete projects. • Works closely with the Welding Shop Foreman, Yard Superintendent, Asst. Yard Superintendent, Dredge Captains, Deck Captains, Welders, Helpers, and other skilled crafts persons to complete current projects in a safe and efficient manner. • Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance with State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs. EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE • Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety. • Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with. • Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed. • Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies and procedures and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so. • Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations, or Company policies and procedures promptly and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so. • Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.). • All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary, or trade secret information belonging to the Company. POSITION REQUIREMENTS A minimum of two (2) years welding experience or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the necessary welding skills, knowledge, and abilities is required. The incumbent must have good knowledge of: • The practices and materials of the welding trade. • The physical characteristics of various types of metal used in the construction of marine structures. • The operation of various types of marine equipment and devices. • The importance of safe work practices in a marine environment. Incumbents must also be capable of passing standard welding tests that demonstrate proficiency to perform the job. Skill in the operation of stick rod welding in all positions, acetylene and arc welding equipment, hand and power tools, and welding blueprints and sketches is also required. The incumbent must be an effective verbal communicator and be able to keep simple records of time and material used for each project. The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation. The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, personal flotation devices, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done. Must be qualified and physically able to drive regular passenger vehicles to visit work locations and job sites. In addition, Welders must also be capable of: • Wearing welding face shields, personal floatation devices, and self-contained breathing apparatus. • Standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing, or sitting for long periods of time. • Performing repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands, and back in performance of work. • Climbing vertical ladders to heights of 40'-50'. • Working in confined spaces. • Working at elevated heights. • Lifting objects alone up to 50 lbs. as required. • Adapting to extreme temperature changes. • Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure. • Working 9-12-hour days. • Remaining calm during emergencies and responding appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise. Compensation & Benefits: An excellent compensation and benefits package is offered. Benefit plans include: • Medical, including Prescription Drugs • Dental • Vision • Life and AD&D Insurance • Short Term and Long-term Disability Insurance • Employee Assistance Plan • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Jury Duty and Bereavement Leave • Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts • Career Growth & Development Candidate Response: Qualified applicants should apply through the company career page: https://www.oriongroupholdingsinc.com/about-us/careers-at-orion Candidates that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other category protected by law.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in welding in Charleston, SC, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, offering a blend of practical skills and theoretical knowledge. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with Charleston, SC, seeing a steady demand for skilled welders. The median wage for welders in Charleston is approximately $402.50 per week, with experienced welders earning up to $542.33 per week. Training programs, apprenticeships, and vocational schools provide pathways to this lucrative career, with the potential to earn over $100,000 annually for seasoned welders.
