HVAC Apprenticeship Opportunity

Custom Aire

Custom Aire

Grand Forks, ND, USA

Posted on May 4, 2026
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Type: Full-time, year-round

Experience: Entry Level

Education: High School/GED

Since 1978, Custom Aire has been the region’s commercial and residential HVAC authority. Custom Aire is an employee-owned company providing commercial service and mechanical construction, environmentally responsible geothermal energy, and sheet metal fabrication for customers ranging from commercial, industrial, institutional, or new residential construction.

Join Custom Aire’s mechanical construction team as a Commercial Sheet Metal Installer (Apprentice). Our registered apprenticeship program gives you the opportunity to learn the sheet metal trade while being paid to do it. Success comes from your ability to advance in the program to gain greater skill on the job and value.

Due to our growth and our upcoming Apprenticeship classes in the fall, we are looking for candidates who will reside in the Grand Forks, ND area. This could be your opportunity to learn the Sheet Metal trade as you are being paid. To learn more about us, please visit: Custom Aire Careers

Here is what you will do under direct supervision:


  • Assemble and install commercial HVAC systems which include sheet metal ductwork, air handling units, or air terminal units per plans and best practices.

  • Assist with setting rooftop and/or condensing units.

  • Adhere to safety procedures and company safety policy, including wearing appropriate construction attire and Personal Protective Equipment.

  • Operation company vehicle/s and equipment.

  • Climb ladders, and scaffolding, and use man lifts and scissor lifts to perform work duties.

  • Safeguard company materials and tools to protect from damage or theft.

  • Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to use hand and power tools.

  • Good mechanical aptitude, effective time management, and organization skills

  • Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record (5 years)

  • Willingness to travel by company vehicle to worksites, including overnight travel based on business needs (+-25% of the time)

  • Willingness to work overtime or longer hours

Preferred Qualifications:


  • Construction Experience

  • Commercial HVAC installation experience.

Benefits – What’s in it For You?


  • Competitive pay plus generous benefits to include paid health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance, 401k, ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), voluntary benefits, paid vacation, and holidays.

  • Company uniform allowance, tool replacement program, out-of-town job assistance, and company outings.

  • Enjoy paid training program allowing you to learn from successful professionals and promote your professional growth.

Thank you for taking the time to view our position at Custom Aire, Inc. Please click the apply button, submit your resume, and continue through the application process if you are interested. We appreciate your time and look forward to building a relationship!

Custom Aire, Inc.

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