Job Description

Job Title: Fence Crew - Labor

Job Description We are seeking a dependable construction helper to join a small, experienced crew installing high-quality residential, commercial, and agricultural fencing . This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on outdoor construction and values craftsmanship and a strong work ethic. Experience in construction, installation, or general labor is highly valued for this position.

Responsibilities

• Install a wide variety of fencing systems, including cedar wood, chain-link, vinyl, aluminum, and ornamental steel .
• Install agricultural and residential posts, wire, gates, and panels.
• Carry out site preparation by digging post holes using augers and gas-powered post drivers .
• Utilize specialized equipment to lift, position, and set fence posts and gates.
• Collaborate with the foreman to pour and finish concrete footings and maintain a safe, organized work area.

Essential Skills

• Prior experience in construction, installation, or general labor .
• Willingness to learn specific fence installation methods and construction techniques.
• Ability to perform continuous physical labor , including stretching, bending, and carrying materials.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to perform frequent heavy lifting .
• Capability to work outdoors in all weather conditions .
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented mindset.
• Preferred experience with power tools, concrete finishing, or operating skid loaders .

Why Work Here?

• Join a small-team environment where owners and foremen work alongside you and your hard work is noticed.
• Enjoy a "work hard, play hard" culture that includes team cookouts and holiday get-togethers.
• Benefit from an investment in proper equipment designed to make your job safer and more efficient.
• Take advantage of a schedule that tries to wrap up early on Fridays whenever possible.

Work Environment

• This is a seasonal role where work typically pauses when the ground freezes (usually late December).
• Standard schedule is Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM , with rare Friday overtime.
• Crew members report to the shop each morning and travel to job sites in a company vehicle .
• A professional appearance is required, including construction boots and company-provided logoed shirts; all other necessary PPE is provided

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ames, IA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Ames,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 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.

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