Pipe Welder (Per Diem Offered)
Aerotek
**_Interviewing Pipe Welders (Per Diem Offered)_**
**Location:** Shop in Summerville, SC 29486
**Key Responsibilities**
**(Welders)**
+ Weld stainless steel and carbon steel piping using
+ TIG (GTAW) and STICK (SMAW) processes.
+ Read and interpret blueprints, isometric drawings, and welding symbols.
+ Perform layout, fit-up, and welding of pipe systems to exact specifications.
+ Conduct visual inspections and quality checks on welds.
+ Work collaboratively with pipefitters, foremen, and project managers to meet project deadlines.
**Required Skills & Experience**
+ Minimum **5 years** of experience with stainless steel and carbon steel piping systems.
+ Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and schematics.
+ Strong knowledge of pipefitting tools, equipment, and safety procedures.
**Preferred Qualifications (not required)**
+ Ability to read and work from **blueprints** .
+ **OSHA 10 or OSHA 30** certification.
**Work Environment**
+ Work in diverse environments including heavy industrial plants and new construction sites.
+ Potential job sites include **Ingevity, Ineos, and Kinder Morgan** in Charleston, SC.
+ Supportive, family-like culture with career advancement opportunities.
+ Excellent benefits package comparable to top industry employers like Boeing.
+ **Per diem** available for most jobs.
+ **Mileage reimbursement** for out-of-state assignments.
+ **Company vehicle** provided for foreman-level roles.
Job Type
Contract to Hire _(5 Months → Permanent) - raises after 5 months and every April_
Pay range depends on experience
**Per Diem Details**
+ Varies by job distance: $30–$120/day
+ Up to $120/day for out-of-state travel
+ Travel may include short-term assignments in Texas or Washington State
+ **At 28HR with per diem before overtime (50/Day - 34.25, 80/Day - 38.00, 120/Day - 43/HR) - raises after going direct plus every April.**
Annual Benefits
+ 3% Cost of Living Adjustment
+ Merit-Based Raises every April
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 Summerville,SC.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.
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