Per Diem Sheet Metal Mechanic

TRAVEL ROLE Located in NEWPORT NEWS VA

PER DIEM $140 Non Taxed

Job Title: Sheet Metal Mechanic: 27.31 plus per diem for qualifying candidates

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Sheet Metal Mechanic with extensive experience in commercial and naval sheet metal work. Experience in the installation of foundations, ventilation systems, bulkheads, shipboard furniture, and sheet metal fabrication. This role requires a deep understanding of complex assembly drawings and blueprints, as well as the ability to work in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Comprehend and interpret complex ventilation assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches, including weld symbols, material types, datum, and reference lines.
• Understand and use fractional and decimal dimensions with rulers.
• Layoff piece parts for fabrication and assembly.
• Assemble piece parts according to specifications, ensuring high quality.
• Operate small hand tools and shop equipment, such as electric drills, grinders, rivet guns, drill press, and press break.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations related to the shipbuilding industry.

Essential Skills

• Four years of commercial/naval sheet metal experience as a first-class Sheet Metal Worker.
• Proficiency in comprehending complex ventilation assembly drawings and blueprints.
• Experience in the installation of foundations, ventilation systems, bulkheads, and shipboard furniture.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations in the shipbuilding industry.

This is a Contract position based out of Pascagoula, MS.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $27.31/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 Pascagoula,MS.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 2026.

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.