Mechanical Apprentice

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Job Title: Mechanical Apprentice Job Description

We are seeking a motivated Mechanical Apprentice to assist with duct installation projects at a major healthcare facility. This role is essential in supporting journeyman-level leads by providing an extra set of hands for various mechanical tasks. This position offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience in the field while working in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the installation of hangers by hanging sheet metal straps from inserts installed in concrete decks or hanging trapeze strut hangers.
• Participate in high pressure duct installation, including TDF/TDC flange rectangular duct connections and cutting in taps as needed.
• Engage in low pressure duct installation by cutting and installing spiral ductwork and fittings.
• Work in crews of 3-4 under the guidance of journeyman-level leads.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of construction experience.
• Mechanically inclined with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work with sheet metal and duct installation.
• Familiarity with HVAC systems and blueprint reading.
• Possession of OSHA 10 certification or higher.
• Proficiency with hand tools, including impact drills, wrenches, pliers, channel locks, vice grips, 9/16ths sockets with impact adapter, and screwdrivers.
• Must have a Type 2 hard hat with a chin strap and cut level 5 gloves.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Harness and retractable gear.
• OSHA 30 certification.
• Experience in commercial or industrial construction.
• Stainless steel welding skills.

Why Work Here?

This role provides a unique opportunity to work on a significant project at Nationwide Children's Hospital. You will be part of a team that values collaboration and skill development. The position offers consistent working hours, with room for overtime, and a chance to enhance your mechanical skills in a supportive environment.

Work Environment

The work is located at Nationwide Children's Hospital, with shifts from 6 AM to 3 PM Monday through Thursday, and 6 AM to noon on Fridays. Currently, the role includes working 2-3 Saturday shifts per month, increasing to weekly Saturdays in late spring or early summer. The position requires wearing PPE, including a Type 2 hard hat with a chin strap, high visibility vest, safety glasses, cut level 5 gloves, and steel-toed boots.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/hr.

Requirements

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 Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 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.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact [email protected]