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Job Title: Acoustical Ceiling Mechanic

Location: Tampa, FL

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Branch Manager

Company Overview

Acousti is a leading provider of drywall and acoustical ceiling solutions, specializing in high-quality construction services for commercial and government projects. With over 80 years of experience, we are committed to delivering excellence, safety, and innovation. Our success stems from a talented and dedicated team that collaborates to deliver exceptional results.

Your Role at Acousti

As an Acoustical Ceiling Mechanic, you will play a critical role in the installation of acoustical ceiling grids and tiles on commercial and government projects. Your expertise and dedication will ensure that each project is completed to the highest standard of quality and precision.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Read and interpret project blueprints to determine job requirements
• Inspect drywall partitions, mechanical mountings, and masonry surfaces for plumb and level using a laser or water level
• Hang or mechanically fasten support wires for acoustical ceiling grids from building structures
• Install acoustical ceiling main runners and cross runners, ensuring proper alignment and fit
• Nail or screw molding to walls and seal joints between ceiling tiles and walls
• Scribe and cut edges of tiles to fit where wall molding is not specified
• Measure and mark surfaces to layout work according to blueprints and drawings
• Cut tiles for fixtures and borders using keyhole saws and insert tiles into supporting frameworks
• Operate scaffold, aerial lifts, ladders, stilts, and other equipment as needed
• Use powder-actuated tools and lasers to complete installations
• Work both indoors and outdoors as project requirements dictate
• Maintain construction schedules and phasing to ensure timely completion of projects
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager

What We're Looking for in You

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• 4 to 5 years of commercial acoustical ceiling installation experience (required)
• Proficiency with materials, methods, tools, and plans/layouts/prints involved in acoustical ceiling installation
• Tools and reliable transportation to project sites
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and stand or walk for up to 8 hours per day
• The capability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to pass a drug test and background check

Education Requirements

Preferred: High School Diploma

Why Join Acousti?

At Acousti, we offer more than just a job; we provide opportunities for growth and development in a supportive, collaborative environment. As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive Compensation: Based on experience, with weekly pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) program with company matching
• Company-Paid Insurance: Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Optional Benefits: Supplemental life insurance and short-term disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Career Training: Access to training programs and career advancement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Support for personal and professional challenges

Employee Perks

Acousti values its employees and offers several perks to enhance your work-life balance and career development:

• Learning & Development: Tuition reimbursement and access to training programs
• Team-Building Activities: Company-sponsored events and collaborative culture
• Employee Referral Program: Earn rewards by referring others to join our team

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. Acousti Engineering reserves the right to revise the job description at any time and to assign additional duties and responsibilities as needed.

Employment with Acousti Engineering is at-will.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Acousti Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, compensation inquiries, discussions or disclosures, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. (41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a))

Additional Job Information

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. Acousti Engineering reserves the right to revise the job description at any time and to assign additional duties and responsibilities as needed.

Employment with Acousti Engineering is at-will.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Acousti Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, compensation inquiries, discussions or disclosures, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. (41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a))