Construction Laborer
Aerotek
Posted Monday, April 6, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005941239
Sheet Metal Technician (Entry-Level) / HVAC Assistant
Build a Career in the Skilled Trades
Are you looking for a long-term career—not just a job? This is an opportunity to start your career in the skilled trades with a well-respected Central Iowa company known for developing employees from the ground up.
Many members of our leadership team—including foremen, supervisors, and company executives—began their careers in entry-level shop and field roles. If you are dependable, motivated, and eager to learn, we provide hands-on training, career development, and advancement opportunities to help you build a lasting future in the trades.
Position Overview
As an Entry-Level Sheet Metal Technician / HVAC Assistant, you will gain hands-on experience working with HVAC systems, sheet metal fabrication, and basic plumbing support. This role is designed to introduce you to multiple mechanical building systems while allowing you to explore and develop a long-term trade specialization.
This position includes both shop-based work and occasional job site assignments under the guidance of experienced technicians.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with HVAC, sheet metal, and plumbing-related tasks in the shop and on job sites
- Learn how ductwork, ventilation systems, piping, and fittings are measured, cut, and installed
- Safely use hand tools and power tools under supervision
- Read and learn basic blueprints, drawings, and layouts
- Support skilled tradespeople with material handling, staging, and setup
- Follow all safety procedures and job site best practices
- Contribute to a clean, organized, and efficient work environment
Each day provides opportunities to learn new skills while building a solid foundation in the mechanical trades.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license
- Basic math skills, including fractions, measurements, and decimals
- Willingness to learn technical and trade-related skills
- Comfort using hand and power tools, or a strong interest in learning
Preferred (Not Required)
- Previous construction or mechanical experience
- Exposure to HVAC, plumbing, or sheet metal work
- Experience with blueprints, fabrication, riveting, or similar tasks
No prior HVAC or sheet metal experience is required. We are committed to training individuals with the right attitude and work ethic.
Why Join Our Team?
We focus on long-term employment and career stability. While the construction industry can experience cycles, our priority is consistent work, ongoing skill development, and taking care of our employees.
Benefits and Career Opportunities
- Opportunities for career advancement and formal training
- Tuition reimbursement for trade school or apprenticeship programs
- Competitive compensation with strong work-life balance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts, including dependent care
- Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
- Strong reputation across Central Iowa and surrounding communities
Hard work, reliability, and initiative are recognized and rewarded.
Career Growth Path
This position is a starting point. Many of our current leaders began in entry-level roles like this one and advanced through internal promotions. Whether your long-term interest is HVAC, sheet metal, plumbing, or leadership, we support career progression and skill development.
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ames, IA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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 Ames,IA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 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.
Contact Information
Email: crathe@aerotek.com
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