HVAC Sheet Metal Apprentice
Howe, Inc.
- Location
- Onsite (Sioux Falls, South Dakota)
- Compensation
- $20 - $24/hr
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 5 days ago
About the Role
Howe, Inc. is a family-owned construction and trades company specializing in plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection services. This role offers an apprenticeship to learn commercial HVAC installation and fabrication while working towards becoming a Licensed Sheet Metal Journeyman.
Skills
Sheet metal installation
Duct fabrication
Blueprint reading
Troubleshooting
HVAC equipment maintenance
Mechanical aptitude
Tool maintenance
Construction safety
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
Perks
- Cordless power tools
Full job details
HVAC Sheet Metal Apprentice
Department: Field Construction
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 / hour
Description
How you’ll contribute to the team:
As an apprentice, you will be enrolled in and participate in Howe’s state-registered apprenticeship program, T.E.K. (Technology, Experience, and Knowledge).
- Assist in the installation and fabrication of sheet metal ducts, spiral ducts, roof top units, and other commercial HVAC equipment and projects according to plans.
- Each day and every job-site may be different, as you navigate installing auxiliary components to heating-cooling equipment such as registers, air ducts, blowers, dampers, and flues.
- Participate in a monthly Howe-facilitated classroom training where will learn how to read and understand blueprints, troubleshoot and resolve issues, and carry out additional assignments as directed.
- Learn the importance of maintaining their tools, repairing equipment, and keeping their work areas neat, clean, and free of debris.
What you’ll bring to the table:
To be successful in Howe’s T.E.K. apprenticeship, you’ll need to:
- Be mechanically inclined and able to follow directions closely.
- Ability to work unsupervised and maintain a professional appearance always.
- Apprentices are also expected to drive to and from job sites as necessary so reliable transportation is a must.
- Howe’s T.E.K. apprenticeship provides all the on-the-job and classroom training necessary to qualify you to become a Licensed Sheet Metal Journeyman.
- No prior construction experience is required, but it is helpful.
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
What to expect and benefits:
- Working on job sites in all weather conditions for prolonged periods of time.
- Be able to work at height, including ladders or lifts, and in confined spaces.
- Must have the physical strength to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50lbs, and have the balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.
- Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check are required.
- Tools Provided: Receive up to $2,500 worth of cordless power tools in your first year.
- Insurance: Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
- Other Benefits: 401(k) with a company match, paid time off, paid holidays.