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Construction Technician

Aerotek • Traverse City, MI • 12h ago

Construction Technician - Traverse City , MI

$18.00-35.00 per hour

Prevailing Wage Projects

Competitive Company Benefits

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled construction technician/insulator to support residential and commercial construction projects by installing insulation, waterproofing systems, and air barriers. This role plays a critical part in improving energy efficiency, moisture control, and overall building performance.

Responsibilities

Install insulation materials including spray foam, fiberglass, and cellulose in walls, ceilings, attics, and foundations.

Perform work on residential, commercial, and occasional prevailing wage projects including hospitals, schools, universities, stadiums, etc.

Perform extensive prep work and cleanup to ready job sites for insulation and waterproofing activities.

Scrape excess insulation from joists, trusses, and other structural components to ensure clean and even surfaces.

Use basic hand tools such as hammers, drills, and fasteners, as well as power tools, safely and effectively.

Help with general construction tasks including framing, rough carpentry, and finish work as needed.

Assist with tasks related to roofing, drywall, flooring, tile, caulking, painting, and concrete work when required.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

1+ years of construction experience in areas such as carpentry, concrete, insulation, or remediation work.

Experience in insulation, carpentry, or concrete preferred but not required.

Exposure to tasks such as caulking, painting, piping, concrete work, and commercial construction finishing.

Ability to read or interpret basic blueprints or construction drawings.

Experience using power tools safely and efficiently.

Ability to work safely at different heights on commercial construction sites.

Valid driver's license.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from paid drive time from the moment they leave the shop until they return, as well as a daily per diem and hotel coverage when overnight travel is required. The company invests in top-quality equipment and provides a strong support system that encourages continuous learning and long-term career growth. Team members join a stable organization with a solid customer base, where problem solving is valued and aspiring learners are encouraged to advance and become key contributors to the team.

Work Environment

You will work on commercial job sites that are either being renovated or built from the ground up, including hospitals, schools, universities, office buildings, and stadiums. Crews typically consist of a supervisor and 3-4 team members, creating a collaborative and supportive environment focused on teaching and development. The role involves frequent use of basic hand and power tools, as well as hoses connected to 55-gallon drums of spray foam insulation. You will be required to wear a respirator and other appropriate personal protective equipment at all times when handling insulation materials. The workday includes travel from the shop to various job locations, with occasional overnight stays depending on project needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Traverse City, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $35.00/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 Traverse City,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 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.

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