General Labor

Aerotek; Iowa; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible PTO

Profit sharing

ESOP

Flexible schedules

Career advancement

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a General Laborer – Insulation Support to join a construction team in Johnston, IA. You will assist with installing insulation on pipes, ducts, and mechanical systems and learn from experienced insulators in a safety-focused environment.

The role requires basic labor experience, hand-tool use, ability to follow safety procedures, and reliable attendance. Onsite work with PPE is expected across Ames, Ankeny, and Des Moines metro areas, with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Construction or general labor experience.
• Experience using hand tools such as tape measures, aviation snips, and channel locks.
• Ability to safely use power tools.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Strong measuring and material-cutting skills.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including standing, bending, and lifting throughout the day.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation of insulation on pipes, ducts, and mechanical systems.
• Clean and prepare surfaces for insulation application.
• Measure, cut, and fit insulation materials to specifications.
• Transport, organize, and maintain materials, tools, and equipment.
• Support experienced insulators with installation and site tasks.
• Perform job site cleanup and maintain safe, organized work areas.
• Safely operate hand and power tools.
• Travel to job sites throughout the Ames, Ankeny, and Des Moines area.

Skills

General labor experience

Hand tools

Power tools

Valid driver's license

Reading instructions

Measuring & cutting

Physical endurance

Attendance reliability

Tools

Tape measures

Aviation snips

Channel locks

Power tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

General Laborer – Insulation Support

Join a construction team supporting mechanical insulation projects throughout the Ames, Ankeny, and Des Moines metro area. In this role, you'll assist with installing insulation on pipes, ducts, and other mechanical systems while learning from experienced insulators in a safety-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with installation of insulation on pipes, ducts, and mechanical systems.
• Clean and prepare surfaces for insulation application.
• Measure, cut, and fit insulation materials to specifications.
• Transport, organize, and maintain materials, tools, and equipment.
• Support experienced insulators with installation and site tasks.
• Perform job site cleanup and maintain safe, organized work areas.
• Safely operate hand and power tools.
• Follow safety procedures and PPE requirements at all times.
• Travel to job sites throughout the Ames, Ankeny, and Des Moines area.

Required Qualifications

• Construction or general labor experience.
• Experience using hand tools such as tape measures, aviation snips, and channel locks.
• Ability to safely use power tools.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Strong measuring and material-cutting skills.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including standing, bending, and lifting throughout the day.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications

• Insulation installation experience.
• Familiarity with mechanical systems, pipes, and ductwork.
• Team-oriented mindset.
• Interest in advancement into supervisory roles.

Benefits

• Full health and dental insurance
• Flexible PTO and holiday pay
• Quarterly profit sharing
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible work schedules
• Career advancement opportunities

Schedule & Environment

• Construction job sites in the Ames, Ankeny, and Des Moines metro area
• Indoor and outdoor work environments
• Required PPE including steel-toe boots, hard hat, safety glasses, and high-visibility clothing
• Must provide steel-toe boots, tape measure, red aviation snips, and small channel locks
• Flexible start and end times within standard construction schedules

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Johnston, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Johnston,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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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