• Pipefitter

    Aerotek (San Diego, CA)


    Pipefitter - Career Opportunity - San Diego, CA

    Job Description

    + We are seeking a skilled pipefitter experienced in the repair, modification, installation, assembly, removal, testing, flushing, and troubleshooting of shipboard and industrial piping systems and related equipment.

    Responsibilities

    + Review and interpret technical documents, specifications, drawings, and manuals.

    + Repair, modify, install, assemble, and remove shipboard and industrial piping systems.

    + Adhere to safety guidelines and standards, including ABS, MIL STD, MSC General Technical Requirements, and others.

    + Work independently and read blueprints for guidance.

    + Install and maintain ships' piping systems, including steam heat and power, hot water, hydraulic, air pressure, and oil lines.

    + Plan layout of pipe sections, considering specifications, obstructions, and holes.

    + Operate shop machines to cut and thread pipe and fittings.

    + Bend pipes to specified shapes using pipe-bending fixtures.

    + Bolt or weld pipe brackets to support pipe systems.

    + Connect pipes to fixtures such as heat exchangers, pumps, and tanks.

    + Repair, pack, and adjust valves.

    + Test installed systems for leaks to ensure they meet specifications.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in reading blueprints, schematics, and work packages.

    + Expertise in fabrication, repair, installation, and testing of marine piping systems.

    + Skilled in silver brazing and pipe bending.

    + Ability to operate shop machines for cutting and threading pipes.

    + 4-5+ years of experience as a pipefitter in a shipyard.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Knowledge of NAVSEA Standard Items and ASME/ANSI Standards.

    + Experience with U.S. Coast Guard Standard Items.

    + Familiarity with NAVSEA 0900-LP-001-7000, Fabrication and Inspection of Brazed Piping Systems.

    Work Environment

    + Work is performed aboard various shipyard facilities in San Diego, CA, including Nassco, BAE, CMSD, North Island, and the Naval Base on 32nd Street. Shifts begin as early as 5 am, with the possibility of working up to 10-hour days.

    Job Type & Location

    + This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, California.

     

    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 San Diego,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 20, 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.