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Pipe Fitter - Sanitary Process

Powhatan, VA

$28 - $32/hr

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience fitting sanitary stainless steel piping, valve manifolds, and process equipment who takes pride in precision craftsmanship and high ...

Tradewinds Support Partners, LLC

TIG Pipe Welders

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$25.25 - $31/hr

TIG welding stainless steel and carbon steel pipe * Working on schedule 80 pipe in various diameters * Performing precision welds in the 6G position * Supporting industrial, mechanical, and specialty ...

Tradewinds Support Partners, LLC

TIG Pipe Welders

Richmond, VA · On-site

$25.75 - $31.75/hr

TIG welding stainless steel and carbon steel pipe * Working on schedule 80 pipe in various diameters * Performing precision welds in the 6G position * Supporting industrial, mechanical, and specialty ...

JVH COMPANY

Welder

Ashland, VA · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

The ideal candidate has strong TIG welding experience with stainless steel, carbon steel and aluminum , and proficiency using grinders and finishing tools. This role requires attention to detail, the ...

JVH COMPANY

Welder

Ashland, VA · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

The ideal candidate has strong TIG welding experience with stainless steel, carbon steel and aluminum , and proficiency using grinders and finishing tools. This role requires attention to detail, the ...

JVH COMPANY

Welder

Ashland, VA · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

The ideal candidate has strong TIG welding experience with stainless steel, carbon steel and aluminum , and proficiency using grinders and finishing tools. This role requires attention to detail, the ...

JVH COMPANY

Welder

Ashland, VA · On-site

$28 - $32/hr

The ideal candidate has strong TIG welding experience with stainless steel, carbon steel and aluminum , and proficiency using grinders and finishing tools. This role requires attention to detail, the ...

IMIA, LLC

Welder

Newport News, VA

$20 - $41/hr

Responsible for welding of steel, aluminum and stainless-steel materials using the SMAW, GTAW and/or GMAW processes in all positions. Required to perform miscellaneous tasks, as assigned by his or ...

IMIA, LLC

Welder

Portsmouth, VA

$20 - $41/hr

Responsible for welding of steel, aluminum and stainless-steel materials using the SMAW, GTAW and/or GMAW processes in all positions. Required to perform miscellaneous tasks, as assigned by his or ...

Avail Staffing Company

Pipe Welder-Shipyard

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$26 - $32/hr

Fabricate, fit, and weld carbon steel, stainless steel, and copper nickel piping systems * Prepare pipe surfaces for welding, including grinding, beveling, and alignment * Complete welding in ...

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for stainless steel in Virginia is $22.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.76 and $23.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Stainless Steel job typically involves working with stainless steel in industries such as manufacturing, construction, or fabrication. Responsibilities may include cutting, welding, polishing, or assembling stainless steel components for products like kitchen equipment, medical devices, or structural materials. Workers in this field often require skills in metalworking, blueprint reading, and quality control to ensure precision and durability in their work.

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Infographic showing various Stainless Steel job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,666 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

Stainless Steel Pipe Shop Manager - Modular Manufacturing

Richmond, VA • On-site

Atlantic Constructors, Inc.
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$120K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count!
Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.
Benefits:
  • $0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE!
  • Dental Insurance Plan
  • Vision Insurance Plan
  • 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
  • Health Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching
  • Wellness Programs
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development

Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our on our website. ACIBuilds.com
Summary/Objective:
The Stainless-Steel Shop Manager responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing the day-to-day operation of the steel trade's shop including safety, leadership, production, materials, and quality assurance over the course of the fabrication process.
Essential Functions:
  • Is responsible for safety compliance and adherence to all OSHA, VOSHA, and ACI safety standards. This may include but is not limited to safety meetings, taking corrective actions, administering aid, investigating accidents, and reporting on safety matters.
  • Sets goals as related to scheduling and assigns workloads to the shop foremen/leaders to meet necessary production goals.
  • Responsible for start-up and manning a second shift including assigning workload goals for shift including leadership delegation.
  • Proofs all incoming work to the shop for errors, viability of manufacturing, ordering, and safety. This may include entering work via a CNC/CAM program for use by the shop equipment and/or tracking software.
  • Responsible for stainless-steel pipe shop production and tracking reports.
  • Responsible for maintaining all scheduling for work in progress as per the shop (trade) and communicates any changes in deliverables to the appropriate operational team members. Serves as the main point of contact if any external scheduling changes/priorities are needed.
  • Orders materials and consumables as necessary for projects which may include any number of the following (gathering quotes, placing orders, writing purchase orders, tracking orders, billing, and updating statuses). This includes meeting with our vendors and assuring we are getting the best value for our needs.
  • Evaluates and maintains the manpower needs of the shop which includes hiring and managing disciplinary measures to promote a viable workforce.
  • Manages all shop time which includes any added temp labor including time and billing.
  • Is responsible for all shop equipment and tools which includes managing tool accounts, rentals, scheduling repairs, setting maintenance schedules, managing tool lists, and setting budgetary needs for new equipment.
  • Oversees inter-trade QA/QC standards to ensure compliances are being followed including corrective actions where/when needed.
  • Leads the shop team to improve processes for safety, better efficiency, time management, and materials usage. This also includes working with and/or communicating with the Fabrication manager on such improvements.
  • Provides ongoing training and development in leadership practices where/as needed.
  • Evaluates and conducts year-end reviews of our workers.
  • May be involved with smaller spot estimates and estimate verifications.
  • May attend some/all/but not limited to (turnover meetings, kickoff meetings, prefab meetings, schedule meetings, production meetings, and planning meetings).
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility: Yes
Required:
  • 10+ years of combined education and/or experience in stainless steel piping or a related field.
  • Experience with leading teams.
  • Proficient in reading construction drawings. (Blueprints)
  • Experience in looking up job specifications and submittals.
  • Excellent math and writing skills.
  • Proficient computer skills in 3 or more of the following. (CAD, CAM, CNC, Bluebeam, M-Suite, Build Centrix, Vista, or Microsoft Office)
  • Able to read simple Gantt charts or other construction schedules.
  • An understanding of shop equipment including related equipment maintenance upkeep.
  • A general understanding of the necessary trade codes and best practices.
  • Must adhere to all company policy and procedures.
  • Must be available to work assigned schedules

The work environment and physical demands required would be representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job and may include but are not limited to the following:
Work Environment:
  • Works in a shop/manufacturing environment.
  • May work in varying temperatures; both inside and outside, including inclement weather, heat, humidity, cold and dampness.
  • May work in areas with exposure to moderate/high noise levels.
  • May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including dust.
  • May be required to work in confined spaces or from high heights.

Physical Demands:
  • Site visits will require walking through existing buildings, industrial plants and/or on-going construction sites. This will involve stairs and at times ladders on multiple floors/levels.
  • This role at times, may use construction equipment such as heavy machinery, hand and power tools including powered machinery.
  • While performing duties of the job, the employee may work aloft, climb, bend, pulling reach overhead, stand/walk for long period of times, and lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
  • Must be able to correctly identify all colors of a color-coded cable/wires and see close vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Travel:
  • May require travel (typically not required or overnight)

Preferred:
  • Trades education certificate, Journeyman, or an Associate's degree in a related field.
  • Prior Military experience.
  • Prior management experience
  • HS diploma or GED equivalent

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Final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, licensure, skills, and other relevant factors
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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