Becoming a sheet metal worker in Bangor, ME typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 126,200 sheet metal workers nationwide, with approximately 1,137 in Maine, and projects a 0.2% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices earn an average of $762 per week in Maine, with an annual overtime average of $39,612. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $44,200 annually for experienced professionals.
Job Description: This role involves the repair and replacement of aircraft structural components according to drawings, blueprints, directives, technical manuals, and safety procedures. Key responsibilities include performing sheet metal bends to guidelines and specifications, removing existing rivets from aircraft structures, and working with various chemicals while adhering to OSHA standards. The ideal candidate will have knowledge and skills sufficient to layout, fabricate, repair, and assemble sheet metal, as well as the ability to apply and interpret blueprints in accordance with specified procedures and techniques. Required Skills and Qualifications: Ability to operate shop tooling, including press brakes, shears, rollers, grinders, drills, pneumatic squeezes, and rivet guns. Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant license is strongly preferred. Previous experience working with sheet metal or completion of a technical school program in a similar field of study is also required.
See More Details >>The Sheetmetal Technician II works under general supervision to safely layout, fabricate, and install parts, equipment and fabricated items on aircraft following established operating procedures. All work performed should be in accordance with company design specifications, quality standards and completed work should meet customer expectations. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Safely perform sheet-metal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment or fabricated items on aircraft under general supervision • Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs and quality specifications • Use complicated schematics/blueprints, engineering drawings and technical instructions to safely perform sheetmetal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment or fabricated items on aircraft • Safely operate shop equipment such as: brakes, presses, riveting equipment, shears, and hand tools associated with sheet-metal functions
See More Details >>Roof Systems of Maine, A Tecta America Company, one of the largest and most respected commercial roofing contractors in the North East is looking for motivated and dedicated individuals to join our growing team. Are you looking for a position with a stable workload, career advancement opportunities, competitive pay rates and an excellent benefits package? RSM/Tecta America offers all that, as well as a team culture that promotes treating our employees with respect and appreciation. Roof Systems of Maine, a Tecta America encourages our employees to grow within our company, focusing heavily on in-house education and on-the-job training. Pay is dependent on experience. Commercial Roofing Sheet Metal Mechanic Summary: Responsible for fabrication and installation of all sheet metal on various commercial roof systems. You will be working with the roofing crew to complete all aspects of assigned job including tear-off of existing gutters and coping cap, installations, and other tasks assigned. Commercial Roofing Sheet Metal Mechanic Requirements: • 2-3 years commercial experience sheet metal roofing. • Must be able to lift 50+ lbs. regularly, repeated bending, climbing, kneeling • Must be able to climb a ladder 40' • Must be able to work in the heat and sub-zero cold • No fear of heights • Valid driver's license is ideal • Must work well in a team environment Tecta America Company Benefits: • 3 Medical Plans to choose from. • Life Insurance Policy paid 100%. • Voluntary dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits. • Eligible for Paid Time Off after waiting period • Eligible for 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match after 1 year of service. • Tecta America is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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