SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE The Sheetmetal JM3 is responsible for fabricating, assembling and installing a wide variety of Components on Navy ship repair and other marine and commercial equipment. These Sheetmetal Components include, but are not limited to, Ventilation Systems, Metal Joiner Bulkheads and Framing, Furniture, Cabinetry, Lockers, Ladders and Handrails, Foundations, and Wet Spaces. As a Sheetmetal Worker, you will perform work governed by detailed technical work documents and procedural guidelines. Sheetmetal JM3 must possess trade specific tools. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / DUTIES • Operates sheetmetal fabrication and hand machinery and equipment • Operates shear equipment and press brakes • Perform precise fitting work on components • Running lines and leads • Advanced Blueprint Reading • Train Sheetmetal JM2 and below on advanced Sheetmetal processes • Must adhere to a promote ALL company safety policies. Wear all required PPE when in Production areas and promote a clean and safe work environment. • Assists Leadman/Foreman with check points • Accomplishes tasks in a quick and timely manner • Ensure that employees assigned with firewatch duties are in place and ready prior to begin hot work • Fill out Job JSA forms PHYSICAL DEMANDS The Sheetmetal JM3 must be able to meet and successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The following physical demands are representative to the position. The position is active and requires extensive standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, stooping, crawling, climbing, and crouching. Along with such movements, employee is required to lift parts/machinery of up to 75 pounds. Additional demands are listed below: • Able to climb ladders and work off scaffolding • Able to lift, carry, and or push up to 50 – 75 lbs. throughout the shift (including overtime) • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS • Advanced Blueprint proficiency • Able to work independently with little to no supervision • Must be able to evaluate the use of various resources and make knowledgeable decisions regarding safety and company procedures and policies • Able to read a tape measure • Able to operate sawzall, 4” & 7” grinders, and various other tools • Able to use drills, rivet guns, nibblers, plasma arc cutters, rollers, shears, and press brakes • Advanced Work Specification proficiency • Advanced Ship board installation and shop fabrication layout proficiency • Advanced Trouble Shooting skills COMPETENCIES • Communication Proficiency • Flexibility (Job duties & schedule) • Work well with others in all areas where SCW&M is performing work • Follow verbal/written instructions from Leadman and Forman • Teamwork oriented SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTY Sheetmetal JM3 position has no supervisory responsibilities. POSITION TYPE / HOURS OF WORK This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week. Schedule is Monday- Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. / 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (swing shifts dependent on work load). Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required based on production needs. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Must have a minimum of 6 years of ship repair experience and/or skill set • Must be able to speak and understand Basic English • Marine Sheetmetal education or training (optional and may substitute partial years of experience) Work Authorization Clearance For E-verify and contract security purposes (including ship access lists), all employees MUST present a valid export document. Acceptable documents are U.S. Birth Certificate, Certificate of Naturalization, Passport, Passport Card and Permanent Resident Card. Other Please consider that duties, responsibilities, and all other points specified in this description can change at any time with or without notice.
See More Details >>Salary: $27.23 - 32.16/hr Summary: • Complete assigned tasks in a safe manner by wearing all required PPE, and by adhering to all applicable safety requirements and standards of the company, customer, and/or regulatory group. • Recognize QA requirements, and report any circumstances that need attention to the QA Department or immediate supervisor. • Identify processes that will have to be accomplished at the shop and fill out all necessary paperwork. • Communicate with the supervisor, customer, or designated representative to coordinate specific job-related aspects and ensure job continuity. • Follow company, and customer policies, regulations, procedures, and other necessary requirements. Duties and Responsibilities: • Review details of the work package such as technical information, specification items, drawings, manuals, sketches, etc. • Skilled in layout, rip out, modification, installation, replacement, and repair of structures. • Perform all other duties as assigned. • Must adhere to applicable documents, references, and safety guidelines including, but not limited to the following: • ABS • MIL STD 2035 • MSC General Technical Requirements (GTR) • NAVSEA Standard Items • General Specifications/Overhaul of Ships • OSHA 2268 • Able to withstand environmental factors such as: • Outside weather conditions • High, precarious places • Exposed to fumes and airborne particles • Very loud noise level • Required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, feel, and reach with hands and arms on a regular basis. • Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and seek assistance with weights over 50 lbs. • Occasionally perform other physical activities as required, such as: • * Stooping • Bending • Squatting • Climbing (including but not limited to, vertical and incline ladders, masts, and kingposts) • Crawling (including but not limited to, through scuttles, manhole covers, tanks, and voids) Experience Requirements: • 3rd Class = 1 - 3 years of experience working with Sheet Metal in a shipyard. • 2nd Class = 2 - 4 years of experience working with Sheet Metal in a shipyard. • 1st Class = 4 - 5 years of experience working with Sheet Metal in a shipyard. Other Requirements: • Must be able to pass Drug Screening, Work Ability Screening. • Must be able to obtain a Government facility security pass.
See More Details >>Here at Global - a 1st Flagship Company (www.globalfirstflagship.com), a woman-owned small business, we are committed to Individual Accountability, Growth, Integrity, and Respect. As a leader in Marine Support Services and Emergency Management, we have proudly supported the Department of the Navy since 1964, managing, operating, and maintaining the U.S. Navy fleet in locations such as Philadelphia, Bremerton, California, and Hawaii. We are currently seeking skilled Marine Sheet Metal Mechanics (Inside Shop) for a potential 5-year project in Norfolk, VA. This opportunity involves hands-on labor working at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, offering a dynamic and fast-paced environment for experienced professionals. Note: This position is contingent upon contract award. Employment will begin only if and when the company secures the government contract associated with this role. Overview: Fabricate and install sheet metal components for Navy ship repair and modernization. Responsibilities: • Cut, bend, and assemble sheet metal parts. • Install ventilation, ducting, and structural components. • Use shop equipment for forming and cutting. • Follow technical drawings and Navy standards. Qualifications: • Active DoD Secret clearance required. • 4+ years sheet metal experience, with at least 2+ years on Navy Ships. • Completion of a formal trade training program (trade school, military training, apprenticeship, or equivalent) required. • Knowledge of marine ventilation and sheet metal systems. • High school diploma/GED; trade training preferred. • Ability to work 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift. Global- a 1st Flagship Company is an E-Verify and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Chesapeake, VA typically starts with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to five years and require approximately 8,000 hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 126,200 sheet metal workers nationwide, with a slight job growth expected from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices earn an average of $1,039 per week in Chesapeake, VA, with an annual overtime average of $48,152. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Guild help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
