Boilermaker, Ironworker, Pipefitter, Welder, Rigger, Outage, Plant

2026 Outages Now Hiring - $200 Per Diem - Up to $52/hr - NC, SC, KY

Shared on social media by a construction manager for Wyatt, the company is reportedly preparing for Fall 2026 outage and turnaround projects across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Kentucky. They are seeking skilled pipefitters, boilermakers, welders, ironworkers, and riggers for power plant maintenance and capital construction scopes. Work includes structural steel, ductwork, air heater basket replacements, and pipe installation. These roles are ideal for experienced journeymen seeking high-hour outage schedules and strong per diem opportunities.

Perks & benefits

• $38–$52/hour
• $140–$200/day Per Diem (most projects 7 days)
• 50–84 hours per week
• Most projects provide coveralls
• Project durations from 2 weeks to 4 months

What you’ll need

• Journeyman-level craft experience
• Outage / turnaround experience
• Ability to work 50–84 hour weeks
• Experience with structural steel, pipe installation, or welding (role dependent)
• Availability beginning in August

What will make you stand out

• Experience with air heater basket replacements
• Ductwork fabrication, demolition, and installation experience
• Conveyor maintenance experience
• Flux-core welding experience
• Carbon and stainless welding experience