HVAC Sheet Metal Installer—Experienced Professional (Commercial Construction) Kalamazoo Mechanical, Inc. wants to reward your proven skills in HVAC/R, commercial construction, and sheet metal installation. If you’ve got four or more years of hands-on experience and can fully execute the work of a seasoned, journeyman-level installer, we want to talk. With over 40 years of industry leadership, we’ve built a reputation for quality—and we’re ready to build a custom compensation package that reflects your expertise and potential. And that’s just the beginning. Then we’ll move to the fun stuff—building things together that make us both proud. Your career deserves the best of all worlds: a firm small enough to belong, have access to the owner—and not just be a number, and still big enough to have all the fun tools, varied jobs, and outstanding opportunities. Job Duties • Installation of sheet metal duct and related equipment from start to finish • Understand plans, specifications and scopes of work, layout and measuring of duct systems • Installation of commercial HVAC Systems, including AHUs, RTUs, knowledge of RTU's, fans, and related components • Exhibit good problem solving with minimal supervision • Understand and helps meet construction schedules/deadlines • Follow and adhere to the safety rules and regulations appropriate to various projects • Operate various power and hand tools as needed • Operate scissor lifts, forklifts, etc. • Complete small and medium sized jobs independently (example: box stores, office buildings, & restaurants) • Review installation instructions on simple to complex equipment and ensure proper installation. • Ask questions and coordinate with suppliers as needed. • Effectively coordinate equipment deliveries including hoisting, equipment rental, and site logistics. • Maintain jobsites in neat and organized manner, keeping tools and equipment secure and accounted for. Requirements • Minimum 3-4 years field experience • Must be punctual, self-motivated, detail oriented, and possess a positive attitude • Able to read and understand installation, operation manuals, and specifications to ensure proper installation and function of systems • Familiar with commercial equipment • Must be reliable, efficient, & determined • Safety trained and safety conscious • Exceptional work ethic • Clean driving record • Must have strong desire to be part of a lean, high performance, fast paced team Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Paid time off • Referral program • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Job Type: Full-time Wage Range: $30-$38 /hr Kalamazoo Mechanical, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
See More Details >>Sheet Metal Installer, Senior Foreman Kalamazoo Mechanical, Inc. wants to reward your rock-star status as a foreman in HVAC/R and sheet metal installation. With our reputation for quality—earned through over 35 years of industry leadership— you can maximize your earnings and your career potential! We’ll build you a tailored compensation package that is competitive with anyone out there! And that’s just the beginning. Then we’ll move to the fun stuff—building things together that make us both proud. Your career deserves the best of all worlds: a firm small enough to belong, have access to the owner—and not just be a number, and still big enough to have all the fun tools, jobs, and opportunities. Job Duties • Supervise crew of up to 6 workers • Installation of sheet metal duct and related equipment from start to finish • Understand plans, specifications and scopes of work, layout and measuring of duct systems • Experience with installation of commercial HVAC Systems, including AHUs, RTUs, knowledge of RTU's, fans, and related components • Problem solving with minimal supervision • Ordering materials/duct fabrication lists • Participate in coordination meetings • Meet construction schedules/deadlines • Complete scheduling lookaheads, and provide progress report documentation • Follow and adhere to the safety rules and regulations appropriate to various projects • Operate various power and hand tools as needed • Pre-plan and order materials for the crew • Maximize profitability through thoughtful purchasing and logistics • Organize project documentation, jobsite materials, company tools and truck stock • Train apprentices • Operate scissor lifts, forklifts, etc. • Other duties as assigned Requirements • Minimum 5 Years field experience • Experience in construction project planning • Must be punctual, self-motivated, detail oriented, and possess a positive attitude • Able to read and understand installation, operation manuals, and specifications to ensure proper installation and function of systems • Familiar with commercial and industrial equipment • Must be reliable, efficient, & determined • Safety trained and safety conscious • Exceptional work ethic • Clean driving record • Clean criminal record • Must have strong desire to be part of a lean, high performance, fast paced team Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Paid time off • Referral program • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Job Type: Full-time Pay Range: $38 - $45 /hr Kalamazoo Mechanical, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Kalamazoo, MI typically starts with a structured 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 experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 126,200 sheet metal workers nationwide, with a projected job growth of 0.2% from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Kalamazoo earn an average of $798.67 per week, with experienced professionals earning up to $1,202.33 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
