Job Description
PIpe Welder A Elite Naval Shipbuilding Team
Location: Pascagoula, MS 39563 | Contract Position | Per Diem + Overtime Available
About the Role
Join the front lines of American naval innovation as a Pipe Welder A, working within a highly skilled team dedicated to constructing the vital piping systems of the nation s most advanced naval vessels. Your craftsmanship and precision will directly impact ship performance, safety, and mission success. This opportunity offers long-term job security, daily per diem, and the chance to contribute to projects of national importance.
Responsibilities
- Execute high-precision pipe welding on Stainless Steel and Copper-Nickel using Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG)
- Perform welding using additional processes: Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Flux-Core Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Read and interpret complex blueprints, specifications, and welding procedures to ensure accuracy and reliability
- Support ship construction in a dynamic, 24/7 manufacturing environment including working at heights, within confined spaces, and in varied weather conditions
- Consistently uphold and exceed top-tier safety and quality standards
Required Skills and Experience
- Minimum 3 years hands-on pipe welding experience focused on TIG/GTAW
- Proficiency welding Stainless Steel and Copper-Nickel with exacting standards
- Demonstrated skill in SMAW and FCAW processes
- Experience with position pipe welding (2G, 5G, 6G), socket welds, and CuNi pipe welding
- Ability to thrive in complex, fast-paced shipyard environments
- Successful completion of welding tests and background screening
Preferred Skills
- Advanced expertise in GTAW/TIG pipe welding
- Familiarity with large-scale shipyard or industrial piping projects
Benefits
- Competitive daily per diem to support your stay
- Overtime opportunities for increased earning potential
- Long-term, stable projects for reliable income
- Work on nationally significant projects in a supportive, safety-first environment
Career Growth & Work Environment
- Work alongside industry-leading professionals and master craftsmen
- Build skills on cutting-edge naval projects that advance your career
- Enjoy a team culture focused on precision, safety, and pride in workmanship
How to Apply
Ready to advance your welding career and make a real impact? Submit your application and welding certification today to join our elite team powering America s naval future.
Candidate Insights
This position is ideal for skilled pipe welders seeking stable, long-term opportunities with competitive pay and benefits. Be part of a project with national significance and gain hands-on experience in one of the country s leading shipyards.
Apply now and help build the future of naval engineering!
Job Tags
Daily paid, Full time, Contract work