Contract Shipyard Firewatch Jobs (NOW HIRING)

This role supports shipyard operations by performing firewatch during hot work, setting up and cleaning work sites, and assisting marine trades personnel aboard U.S. Navy vessels. The shipyard laborer works in physically demanding conditions, including lifting, climbing, and working in confined spaces, to help ensure safe and efficient maintenance and repair activities.

• Perform firewatch duties in support of hot work, continuously monitoring the area for potential hazards and responding promptly to unsafe conditions.
• Set up work sites by staging tools, equipment, and materials needed for maintenance and repair tasks aboard U.S. Navy vessels.
• Clean up work sites after tasks are completed, ensuring all tools, debris, and materials are properly removed or stored to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
• Lift and carry materials, tools, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis to support shipyard operations.
• Climb up and down ladders frequently to access various areas of vessels and work platforms.
• Work safely in confined spaces as required for shipboard maintenance and repair activities.
• Provide hands-on assistance to marine trades personnel by acting as an extra set of hands during maintenance and repair tasks.
• Use hand tools and power tools as directed to support general labor tasks within the shipyard.
• Follow all safety procedures, guidelines, and instructions to protect self, coworkers, and equipment during shipyard operations.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members to coordinate tasks and ensure work is completed efficiently.

• Experience performing general labor in an industrial, construction, or shipyard environment.
• Ability to perform firewatch duties in support of hot work, including continuous monitoring of work areas.
• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to climb ladders frequently and work at various heights as required.
• Ability to work safely in confined spaces aboard vessels.
• Proficiency using basic hand tools for general labor tasks.
• Proficiency using basic power tools in a safe and controlled manner.
• Eligibility to obtain DBIDs (ITAR) access for work on U.S. Navy vessels and related facilities.
• Commitment to following safety protocols and shipyard procedures.

• Previous experience working in a shipyard or marine environment.
• Experience supporting marine trades personnel with maintenance and repair activities.
• Familiarity with shipboard environments, including navigating tight and confined spaces.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to follow detailed instructions from supervisors and trades personnel.
• Reliability and punctuality in a schedule-driven industrial setting.

You join a team that values safety, reliability, and hands-on craftsmanship in a critical industrial environment. The role offers the opportunity to gain practical experience in shipyard operations and marine maintenance while working alongside skilled trades professionals. You build valuable skills in industrial safety, tools, and shipboard operations that can support long-term career growth in the maritime and industrial sectors.

The work takes place in an active shipyard and aboard U.S. Navy vessels, where you support maintenance and repair activities in a fast-paced industrial setting. You regularly work around hot work operations, heavy equipment, and industrial tools, following strict safety procedures and access controls, including DBIDs eligibility requirements. The role involves frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces, often in varying temperatures and conditions typical of shipboard and shipyard environments. You wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required for firewatch and general labor tasks, and you work as part of a coordinated team focused on safe, efficient completion of shipyard projects.

This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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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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.