Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Combo Welder/Fitters & Welders($150 per diem daily)

Location: Hollywood, South Carolina

Employment Type: Contract to hire (LONGTERM WORK)

Compensation: $25–$26/hour + $150 daily per diem - Combo Welders and Fitters

$22-$23/hour + $150 daily per diem - Welders

Schedule: 10–15 hours of overtime weekly

Shift Options:

• Day/Night Shift: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM M-Th or 4:30 PM – 3:00 AM, OT EVERY FRI AND SAT

MUST BE WILLING TO TRAVEL TO SOUTH CAROLINA FOR THE DURATION OF THE CONTRACT

Company Overview:

Join a nationally recognized leader in steel fabrication for the U.S. defense sector. Our company specializes in manufacturing critical components for naval applications—including aircraft carriers and submarines—contributing directly to the strength of national defense infrastructure. We take pride in fostering a professional, safety-first environment where excellence is both expected and rewarded.

Position Summary:

We are actively seeking skilled and motivated Combo Welders & Fitters to support the fabrication of high-precision steel components for NAVSEA-related projects. The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in both flux core and pulse welding techniques, strong fitting skills, and the ability to interpret detailed structural blueprints.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform flux core and pulse welding on large steel structures
• Fit and align structural components to blueprint specifications
• Interpret welding symbols and construction schematics with accuracy
• Inspect welds for structural integrity and compliance with NAVSEA standards
• Utilize a variety of measuring tools including tape measures, framing squares, and more
• Maintain a clean, safe, and productive work environment

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• 3–5+ years experience in structural welding and fitting
• Proficiency in both flux core and pulse welding techniques (required)
• Strong blueprint and welding symbol interpretation skills
• Ability to convert fractions to decimals accurately down to 1/16" and 1/32"
• Prior experience working in shipyards or on NAVSEA defense-related projects
• Familiarity with NAVSEA standards and welding codes is strongly preferred

Assessment & Testing Requirements:

Candidates must successfully complete the following evaluations:

• 3G Flux Core Weld Test
• 3G Pulse Weld Test
• Blueprint Reading Assessment

Benefits of Joining Our Team:

• Competitive hourly pay and generous per diem
• Opportunities for overtime and extended project assignments
• A strong team culture built around safety, collaboration, and mutual respect
• Weekly pay schedule and comprehensive benefits package
• Long-term career growth within the defense manufacturing industry
• Travel support and per diem for qualified non-local candidates

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $26.00/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 Columbia,SC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

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Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Daily paid, Contract work, Temporary work, Work at office, Local area, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift,

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