Travel SMAW Fitter​/welder

Job Title:
Ship fitter/Stick Welder - Newport News, VA

$45/hour & $140 in per diem

This position 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.

• 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 Mobile, AL.

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 Mobile, AL.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

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.