Sheet Metal Mechanic/Helper

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Metal Helper
Job Description

This role involves diagnosing, repairing, replacing, and installing sheet metal and duct insulation. The position requires a strong ability to estimate materials, labor, and equipment costs. The successful candidate will work closely with dispatch to ensure schedules are maintained, and any delays are communicated to customers promptly. Additionally, the role includes maintaining vehicle inventory, cleanliness, and maintenance, as well as performing manual tasks such as bending, reaching, standing, and lifting or maneuvering items up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, replace, and install sheet metal and duct insulation.
• Estimate materials, labor, and equipment costs accurately.
• Work with dispatch to ensure schedules are maintained and delays are communicated to customers.
• Maintain vehicle inventory, cleanliness, and maintenance.
• Perform manual tasks such as bending, reaching, standing, and lifting items up to 50 lbs.
• Comprehensive knowledge of multiple piping material applications including Carbon Steel, Copper, PVC, Poly, Stainless Steel, and Aluminum Pipe, including piping layout.
• Receive direct supervision and perform technical responsibilities.
• Conduct testing, inspection, and recording.
• Install all systems and products per code, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Provide input to maintain current 'As-Built' record drawings.

Essential Skills

• Experience with sheet metal.
• 1+ years of relevant experience.
• DBIDS in hand.
• Skills in construction, blueprint reading, plumbing, and PVC.
• Expertise in duct work and pipefitting.
• Knowledge of cast iron, mechanical systems, piping, and electrical systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of multiple piping material applications.
• Ability to perform manual tasks such as bending, reaching, standing, and lifting.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with matching, health insurance, paid time off, vision and dental insurance, and life insurance.

Work Environment

Work is conducted from Monday to Friday with an expected 40-hour work week. Operating hours on-site are from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with shifts consisting of an 8-hour period during these hours. Occasional on-call support will be required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Norfolk, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Norfolk,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 12, 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.