ANNUAL EARNINGS: $70,000 Or More Based On Experience OUR PURPOSE We construct trenchless pathways for underground utilities such as water, sewer, electrical and drainage as well as pedestrian tunnels using specialized boring and tunneling equipment. We are experts finding the light at the end of every tunnel by going under roads, railroads, runways, rivers and more without disrupting the environment and our communities we live in. We emphasize safety, professional service, product quality and value to meet the needs of our customers. Our proven process confirms that our customers will want us back; we are reputable, responsive, full-service and part of their team. OUR VALUES • Hard-Working • Positive Attitude • Continual Learning and Growth • Productive and Efficient • Team-Oriented • Integrity OUR DUTIES We work year-round, outdoors and in all types of environments and weather conditions. On Mondays we report to Pleasant Hill, Iowa (or other assigned locations) for mobilization and then travel to job sites throughout Iowa and the Midwest. Our projects typically last one to two weeks at a time and we work weekends as needed. Our day starts with a safety briefing and travel to our job site followed by loading/unloading trailers, setting up materials, fueling equipment, operating hand/power tools, trenchless machines and heavy equipment, surveying, installing and welding pipe, and other related construction activities. Skilled laborers bring 3+ years of experience in the following skills or similar is preferred: • Construction experience in underground utility, heavy highway, bridges, dirt work, and/or welding, etc. • Trenchless experience operating specialized equipment such as Tunnel Boring, Guided Boring and/or Auger Boring systems. • Heavy equipment experience loading/unloading materials, excavating soil, operating and maintaining excavators, backhoes, skidsteers, bucket loaders, and/or forklifts, etc. • Jobsite set up experience interpreting plans and specifications, using surveying equipment to calculate grade and alignment. Essential job duties include climbing ladders into and out of earthen pits/trenches; walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, stooping, squatting, lifting and climbing; full range of motion and use of arms and legs. Successful applicants must have a valid driver s license (Class A CDL w/Tanker Endorsement preferred) and pass a DOT physical, drug tests and background checks. As a team, we approach each day with flexibility and a positive attitude; we have fun digging in and getting our hands dirty. We learn on the job, take on challenges, get results and take pride in what we accomplish. OUR PACKAGE • Annual Earnings and Incentives ($70,000+) • Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance • Cafeteria §125 Plan (Flex Plan) / Health Savings Account (HSA) • 401(k) Pension w/Match and Profit Sharing • Vacation, Holidays and Rain/Snow Days • Paid Travel Time in Company Vehicles, Provided Hotels and Per Diem • Safety Boots and Prescription Glasses Reimbursement Program • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Provided • Paid DOT Physicals • On-The-Job and Formal Training Plus Career Development for Supervisory Advancement • Employee Referral Program Thank you for your interest and we look forward to reviewing your application.
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See More Details >>SHEET METAL WORKERS LOCAL 91 JATC 8124 42nd St. West Rock Island, Illinois 61201 To be eligible for an apprenticeship in 2026, we must have all application materials by 2/28/2026. Are you looking for........... • A great life? • An opportunity to work with your hands and your head? • A career where you will make as much as a college grad, without paying for school? • A great job with great benefits, including health care, and a personal pension plan? • A real chance to advance, in a career with challenges and variety? • Job Security--A skill that is, and will continue to be, in demand? Sometimes opportunities of a lifetime do come only once. We are now seeking apprentice applicants in the following fields: • HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) • HVAC Service Tech. (Service and Repair) • TAB (Testing and Balancing) • Industrial Sheet Metal and Welding • Architectural Sheet Metal • *EARN WHILE YOU LEARN** • Attend 160 - 200 hours of training per year for five years while earning a great wage working for a participating area contractor • Establish a solid career with NO student loans to repay • Advance in your career, working towards becoming a Sheet Metal Worker Journeyman • Be a part of an ever growing industry Personal Requirements • Good communication skills • Drive, determination and willingness to learn • High School Diploma or GED • Above average mechanical & math skills • Good hand-eye coordination, form perception and manual dexterity • Dependable, with the ability to accept responsibility and work in a team environment Application Process • Apply online • Submit transcripts • Attend orientation* • Complete aptitude exam • Attend Interview* Look us up on Facebook or for additional information please go to the following links: https://www.jatc91.org/ http://www.sheetmetal-iti.org/ • Interview process is subject to approval
See More Details >>Embarking on a career as a welder in Ottumwa, IA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in this trade generally last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders nationwide, with projections indicating a steady growth in the welding sector. In Ottumwa, IA, welders can expect to earn an average of $1,026 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $4,300 annually. Vocational schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring welders in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
