Pipefitter Jobs in Charleston, SC
Lay out, fabricate, and install marine pipe systems and supports.
What a pipefitter does at AMS
Pipefitters lay out, fabricate, and install the pipe systems a ship runs on — cutting and threading, fitting spools, setting flanges, valves, and hangers, and prepping joints for the welders. It takes drawing literacy, precise measurement, and the flexibility to adapt to the diversification of marine and industrial projects. Pipefitters and pipe welders work the job side by side.
Marine work in the Charleston market
Charleston is one of the busiest ship-repair harbors on the East Coast, anchored by Detyens Shipyards at the former Charleston Naval Shipyard on the Cooper River — a major commercial and government repair yard. It's a Southeast market AMS is hiring welders and fitters for right now.
- Detyens Shipyards
Named as public-record market activity — where marine work happens in this area, not a statement of AMS contracts.
Pipefitter jobs in Charleston — FAQ
Does AMS hire pipefitters in Charleston?
AMS recruits pipefitters across the Gulf Coast, including the Charleston market, for marine fabrication and repair work. Apply and tell us your trade, your experience, and whether you can travel.
What do I need to get hired as a pipefitter?
All roles require the ability to pass a shipyard safety orientation and a drug screen, and a TWIC card is often needed for yard access. Bring your certifications and experience — apply and an AMS representative will go over the specifics.
Is travel or per-diem work available?
AMS staffs marine projects across the Gulf Coast, and travel with per-diem is common in this trade. If you're open to traveling for the right job, note it on your application — it opens up more work.
Ready to work as a pipefitter in Charleston?
Tell us your trade and experience — an AMS representative will follow up. Résumé optional.