Job Title: General Laborer
Job Description
As a skilled general laborer, you will perform a variety of tasks focused on installing pre-engineered metal panels on the exterior of data centers. This role involves the use of impacts, steel erecting tools, and scissor lifts to complete installations effectively and safely.
Responsibilities
Install pre-engineered metal wall and roof panels according to project specifications, drawings, and manufacturer guidelines.
Assist with layout, alignment, and fastening of structural components.
Utilize steel-erecting tools such as impact wrenches, torque tools, shears, snips, grinders, and panel lifting equipment.
Work at heights using lifts, ladders, and scaffolding while following all safety protocols.
Read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and installation instructions.
Coordinate with foremen and crew members to maintain workflow and meet project deadlines.
Perform material handling, staging, and site cleanup as needed.
Inspect installed components for quality, accuracy, and compliance with project standards.
Essential Skills
1+ year of experience in pre-engineered metal building erection.
1+ year of experience with power and hand tools.
1+ year of experience working on scissor lifts.
General labor, iron work, steel erection, construction, fabrication, welding.
OSHA 10 Certification.
Proficiency with steel-erecting and metal-fabrication tools.
Ability to work at heights and in varying weather conditions.
Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience installing metal panels, steel structures, or similar construction systems.
Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.
Ability to work as part of a team on large-scale commercial or industrial projects.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy competitive pay based on experience, with opportunities for overtime and long-term project placement. Benefit from training and advancement opportunities in a safety-driven, team-oriented work environment.
Work Environment
This role involves working full-time, onsite from Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with operations subject to weather conditions, such as high winds. The work is predominantly outdoors, year-round, involving exposure to variable weather conditions, including cold winters and hot summers. The environment is physically demanding, requiring lifting of heavy materials, climbing ladders, and working at heights. The job is set in active construction zones with heavy equipment and multiple trades. The pace is fast and production-driven, especially on large commercial or data-center projects. Safety protocols are strictly adhered to, with mandatory use of personal protective equipment. Frequent use of steel-erecting tools and aerial lifts is required, and comfort with heights and open-frame structures is essential. Early start times and long days are common, particularly during summer months.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.
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 Des Moines,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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.
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):
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