Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Tinsmith with a strong background in sheet metal operations to join our team. In this role, you will perform various hand and machine operations on different kinds of sheet metal, fabricate and install materials, and layout, design and fabricate all types of transitions and offsets as related to duct work. To be successful in this position, you will need to have a high degree of mechanical aptitude, extensive experience with shears, brakes, punches, and metal forming equipment, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints. Additionally, you must be able to work overtime as required and possess a Federal Explosives License issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). This is a union position with a set rate of $32.74 per hour. We offer competitive pay and benefits, including relocation assistance and a comprehensive health insurance plan. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of tinsmith/sheet metal experience, preferably as a journeyman, and must be able to provide documentation showing all applicable experience. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for working with your hands and a commitment to quality and safety, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities: • Perform various hand and machine operations on different kinds of sheet metal • Fabricate and install materials • Lay out, design and fabricate all types of transitions and offsets as related to duct work • Read and interpret blueprints • Work overtime as required • Maintain business processes and improve suggestions where needed Qualifications: • High School Diploma/GED • At least 5 years of tinsmith/sheet metal experience, preferably as a journeyman • Ability to read and interpret blueprints • Extensive experience with shears, brakes, punches, and metal forming equipment • High degree of mechanical aptitude • Federal Explosives License issued by the ATF Benefits: • Competitive pay • Relocation assistance • Comprehensive health insurance plan
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Cumberland, MD, typically begins 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, requiring 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 projected 0.2% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices earn an average of $15.30 per hour in Maryland, with an annual overtime average of $4,936. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the Sheet Metal Workers Local 83 help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $56,000 annually for experienced professionals.
