Becoming a sheet metal worker in Brunswick, GA, typically starts with a comprehensive apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in the sheet metal trade last about three to five years, requiring approximately 8,000 hours of training under experienced professionals. The average hourly wage for sheet metal workers in Brunswick, GA, is $21.23, translating to an average weekly wage of $849. With the right training and experience, sheet metal workers can earn up to $56,000 annually. This career path offers strong earning potential and diverse opportunities across various industries, including HVAC systems and industrial facilities.
About the position The Sheetmetal Mechanic position at Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Brunswick, GA, is a full-time role that requires a skilled technician to work under general supervision. The primary purpose of this position is to safely layout, fabricate, and install parts, equipment, and fabricated items on aircraft, adhering to established operating procedures. The technician will ensure that all work performed meets the company's design specifications and quality standards, ultimately fulfilling customer expectations. In this role, the Sheetmetal Mechanic will be responsible for performing sheet-metal layout, fabrication, and installation tasks. This includes coordinating with supervision and inspection teams to ensure compliance with internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs, and quality specifications. The technician will utilize blueprints to cut and form plastics and will follow standard operating procedures when using adhesives, sealants, and solvents. The role also involves shaping and forming complex angles and configurations according to blueprint specifications or verbal instructions. Safety is a critical aspect of this position, as the technician will operate various shop equipment, including brakes, presses, riveting equipment, shears, and hand tools associated with sheet-metal functions. Compliance with safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies is mandatory, and the technician must use personal protective equipment as required. Additionally, the technician will assist in monthly 5S audits and use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign off on work. Continuous improvement activities, such as Kaizen events, are also part of the responsibilities, along with maintaining company-provided tools and equipment and ensuring accurate daily job charging to the aircraft. 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 blueprints to cut and form plastics and follow standard operating procedures when using adhesives, sealants, and solvents. , • Utilize proper tooling to shape and form complex angles and configurations according to blueprint specifications or written/verbal information. , • Safely operate shop equipment such as brakes, presses, riveting equipment, shears, and hand tools associated with sheet-metal functions. , • Comply with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and use personal protective equipment as required. , • Assist in monthly 5S audits. , • Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign-off work. , • Assist in developing initiatives to meet individual OGSM requirements, as required. , • Participate in continuous improvement activities (e.g., YIAW, Kaizen events, etc.). , • Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment and return items to the tool room after use. , • Ensure standard operating procedures are followed when operating ground support equipment. , • Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags. , • Ensure accurate daily job charging to the aircraft. , • Exchange job-related information and coordinate work activities between shifts through turnover report meetings and direct contact with leadership. , • Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs. , • Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements • High School Diploma or GED required. , • 2 years of sheetmetal and/or fabrication experience required. , • Valid Driver's License required. , • A working knowledge of sheet-metal installation and fabrication processes (measuring, cutting, bending, forming, and drilling of aluminum sheet stock, angle, and honeycomb) is required. , • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation. , • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. , • Must have a good working knowledge of computers and experience working with Microsoft Office suite. , • Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds, and work any shift. Nice-to-haves Benefits
See More Details >>Welcome to Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, where we design, develop, manufacture, market, service, and support the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft. We are currently seeking a skilled Detail Parts Assembler to join our team. Key Responsibilities: • Rivet structural assemblies and parts, including sheetmetal parts, using various tools required for the job. • Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine sequence of operations, type size, and hole pattern for rivets. • Check all work and ensure a defective-free assembly prior to final inspection. Requirements: • Basic knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and safety equipment. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and other technical documents. • Must have essential personal skills, which include an aptitude for hands-on craftwork, a professional attitude, attention to detail, ability to work with people, and to meet demanding schedules. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for aircraft structural fabrication, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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