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Aerotek Now Hiring - Sheet Metal Technician in AMES, Iowa

Job Title: Sheet Metal Technician

Location: Ames, Iowa

Job Type: Contract to Hire

Pay Range: $18 - $30 per hour (Competitive pay range depending on experience)

Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (occasional weekends and overtime during plant shutdowns)

Dress Code: Jeans and a t-shirt (no holes), steel-toe boots required

Job Description: Join our dynamic Commercial Small Projects Team as a Sheet Metal Technician ! In this role, you will be responsible for working with sheet metal and installing ductwork to support HVAC systems. You will service all HVAC products and equipment up to approximately 50 tons, including ancillary components. This is a hands-on position, where you will ensure customer satisfaction while working independently or under the guidance of an experienced HVAC Field Technician.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Service HVAC products and equipment up to approximately 50 tons.

  • Use hand tools and interpret blueprints or engineering specifications to diagnose, repair, and install units.

  • Identify, analyze, diagnose, and repair HVAC systems and products at customer locations.

  • Perform preventative maintenance, site surveys, replacements, and modifications as requested by customers.

  • Prepare for installations and repairs by reviewing building layouts, anticipating challenges, gathering materials, and coordinating on-site activities.

  • Maintain service vehicles, keeping records of service manuals, scheduled maintenance, and repairs.

  • Maintain accurate records of parts, materials, labor, and cost data for each assignment.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • 1+ year of experience with HVAC systems, sheet metal, ductwork, and related trades (Residential, Industrial, or Commercial).

  • Strong understanding of HVAC systems, installation, maintenance, and repair.

  • Proficient in the use of hand tools and machinery used in HVAC and sheet metal work.

  • Valid driver's license and ability to pass a DMV test.

Additional Info:

  • ABC of Iowa Apprenticeship Opportunity: The company covers all costs for the 4-year training period to become a Licensed Journeyman.

  • Full Year of Training: As a laborer, you will assist the Journeyman and have the opportunity to enter the apprenticeship program.

Why Work Here?

  • Experience: Join a company that has been in the industry for over 70 years.

  • Benefits: Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance, plus a 401(k) with company match.

  • Ongoing Training: We provide opportunities for career growth and professional development through training programs and certifications.

  • Safety Commitment: We prioritize safety with robust training, risk assessments, and OSHA compliance.

Work Environment:

  • Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM with occasional overtime and weekend work during project shutdowns.

  • Safety: Regular Monday AM safety meetings at the office to ensure a safe working environment.

  • Dress Code: Casual but safety-conscious dress code (jeans, no holes, t-shirts, and steel-toe boots).

To Apply: Please submit your resume to this job posting outlining your experience while also answering the initial screening questions on the job posting. We look forward to hearing from you!

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $30.00

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in AMES,IA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 18, 2024.

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.

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