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Shipyard Per Diem Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Shipyard Mechanic

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

  • Medical

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... 40/hr. + per diem. This role focuses on the overhaul, repair, and maintenance of pumps, motors ... You will work at naval shipyard facilities in Virginia, performing journeyman-level outside ...

Now Hiring: Pipe Welders - Shipyard Opportunity in Wisconsin Trade Team is hiring experienced Pipe Welders for a shipyard in Wisconsin . Pay & Benefits: * $30.00/hour * $150/day Per Diem (for ...

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How much do shipyard per diem jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for shipyard per diem in the United States is $23.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Shipyard Per Diem vs Shipyard Welder?

AspectShipyard Per DiemShipyard Welder
Required CredentialsPer Diem often covers various roles, may not require specific certificationsTypically requires AWS or ASME welding certifications
Work EnvironmentOn-site at shipyards, often offshore or docksideOn-site at shipyards, focusing on welding tasks
Employer & Industry UsagePer Diem is a pay structure used across various shipyard rolesSpecific skilled trade role within shipbuilding and repair

While Shipyard Per Diem refers to a pay arrangement applicable to multiple roles, Shipyard Welders are specialized tradespeople with specific certifications. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right opportunities in the shipbuilding industry.

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Infographic showing various Shipyard Per Diem job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,717 per year, or $23.4 per hour.

Hiring Pipefitters for Shipyard

Labor One Staffing

Newport News, VA • On-site

$23 - $29.25/hr

Per diem

Re-posted 21 days ago


Job description

Labor One is Now Hiring Pipefitters for San Diego, CA Shipyard

Job Description

A pipefitter journeyman is responsible for removing, repairing, targeting, laying out, fabricating, installing, and testing marine piping systems such as Auxiliary Salt Water, Fire Main, Potable Water, Hydraulic, Compressed Air, Fuel Oil, Lube Oil, Engine Exhaust, etc. in accordance with work item specifications.

The Pipe Fitter journeyman is also responsible for providing direction to improvers and helpers as directed by the supervisor.

The qualifications and general capabilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability desired by the shipyard.

Long term project

Housing assistance available

Per diem is available for those that qualify.
Call or text (858) 717-1672 / (619)657-5507 / (713)291-4598

Office: (619)773-6155

Walk-Ins Accepted!

Labor One

1625 Hoover Ave National City, CA 91950

Se Habla Español – Pipe fitters para proyecto en San Diego, CA

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE


1. Must be able to comprehend instructions, drawings, and general correspondence.
2. Must have a comprehensive knowledge of ship construction.
3. Must be physically and medically capable to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) required for the job as prescribed under OSHA standards. PPE includes a hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.)
4. Must be able to effectively confer job-related information such as conditions found in reports in writing that include recommended corrective action.
5. Must have a thorough knowledge of experience with P-73 joint fit-up.
6. Must be able to interpret drawings, specifications, and Navy/MSC/ABS standard items and manuals.
7. Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of equipment and work processes used in marine pipe fabrication, repair, and targeting.
8. Must be able to operate and care for equipment, portable power tools, and hand tools used to accomplish assigned work.
9. Must be able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Must understand the US customary and metric measurement systems.
10. Must have at least Three (3-5) years of pipefitting shipyard experience.


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About Labor One Staffing

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Labor One specializes in matching skilled craft laborers with marine and industrial services needs throughout Texas, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina, Virginia and California. We ensure our clients receive the right candidates they need, while providing reliable work to our wide network of talent. At Labor One, our mission is to create partnerships between clients and staff within the marine and industrial services fields in order to create greater productivity and satisfaction for both. By utilizing a unique recruitment process, our mission is to create a wide network of vetted and qualified talent from which we can draw in order to create these mutually beneficial relationships. We envision, and are implementing, staffing solutions that deliver skilled, timely, and affordable labor to our clients. We also envision, and are implementing, a recruitment process that prepares job candidates for placement in jobs where their skills and training are useful, valued, and rewarded.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Brownsville, TX, US

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