Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for assembling, installing and repairing sheet metal products and equipment, such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes, and furnace casings. Job Responsibilities • Setting up and operating fabricating machines to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal. • Shaping metal over anvils, blocks, or forms using hammer. • Operating soldering and welding equipment to join sheet metal parts; • Inspecting, assembling, and smoothing seams and joints of burred surfaces. • Installing prefabricated sheet metal ducts used for heating, air conditioning, or other purposes. • Reading blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the layout of duct systems. Requirements • A High School Diploma or equivalent and 5 years as a sheet metal journeyman with experience in commercial service; or equivalent combination of education (Technical School) and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • This position requires working in diverse conditions including but not limited to mechanical equipment rooms with exposure to noisy operating equipment, extreme weather conditions, precarious places, and risk of electrical shock (high voltage). • This position is highly physical and requires regular use of hands, fingers, walking, stooping, kneeling and standing for long periods of time. It requires employees to regularly lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and or move more than 50 pounds. About Gallo Mechanical Gallo Mechanical is a top-tier mechanical construction and service provider headquartered in New Orleans. Gallo Mechanical LLC is built on a bedrock foundation of dedication to family, service and performance. The company, a 75-year locally-grown family operation, is deeply invested in finding the best way to both serve and grow the community in which they live and work. As they have grown over the last seven and a half decades, Gallo Mechanical has sought to ensure that their focus remains in reinvesting in their community through both the work they carry out and the opportunities that they provide. Inclusive Employer Our number one focus will always be our people. Gallo Mechanical welcomes employees from varied backgrounds and walks of life, and it’s reflected in our diverse community. Gallo Mechanical is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to administering personnel actions, including hiring, training, promoting and compensating its employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
See More Details >>Principal Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for assembling, installing and repairing sheet metal products and equipment, such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes, and furnace casings. Job Responsibilities • Setting up and operating fabricating machines to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal. • Shaping metal over anvils, blocks, or forms using hammer. • Operating soldering and welding equipment to join sheet metal parts; • Inspecting, assembling, and smoothing seams and joints of burred surfaces. • Installing prefabricated sheet metal ducts used for heating, air conditioning, or other purposes. • Reading blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the layout of duct systems. Requirements • A High School Diploma or equivalent and 5 years as a sheet metal journeyman with experience in commercial service; or equivalent combination of education (Technical School) and experience. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities • This position requires working in diverse conditions including but not limited to mechanical equipment rooms with exposure to noisy operating equipment, extreme weather conditions, precarious places, and risk of electrical shock (high voltage). • This position is highly physical and requires regular use of hands, fingers, walking, stooping, kneeling and standing for long periods of time. It requires employees to regularly lift and or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and or move more than 50 pounds. About Gallo Mechanical Gallo Mechanical is a top-tier mechanical construction and service provider headquartered in New Orleans. Gallo Mechanical LLC is built on a bedrock foundation of dedication to family, service and performance. The company, a 75-year locally-grown family operation, is deeply invested in finding the best way to both serve and grow the community in which they live and work. As they have grown over the last seven and a half decades, Gallo Mechanical has sought to ensure that their focus remains in reinvesting in their community through both the work they carry out and the opportunities that they provide. Inclusive Employer Our number one focus will always be our people. Gallo Mechanical welcomes employees from varied backgrounds and walks of life, and it's reflected in our diverse community. Gallo Mechanical is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to administering personnel actions, including hiring, training, promoting and compensating its employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status. If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, please choose your language:
See More Details >>Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking an Sheet Metal Technician Trainee for our Part 145 Repair Station - Metro Gulf Division in Lafayette, Louisiana. Click Here To Learn More About Our Louisiana Locations! • Subject to offer letter terms and policy* Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality traditional aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that we will: • Allow our customers to safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile, • Allow our employees to exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and • Ensure the financial stability of the corporation. Our goal is to find qualified candidates who value our mission and contribute to our overall safety culture. We invest in the well-being of our employees. The following FREE benefits are offered to all full-time employees: Family Health and Prescription Insurance, Family Dental Insurance, Family Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program. Job Objective The Sheet Metal Trainee is responsible for gaining knowledge and experience by observing and actively participating in tasks alongside Sheet Metal personnel within the Part 145 Repair Station team, to expand their knowledge, skills, and abilities. Essential Functions • Develop a working knowledge of the hangar layout, tools, and sheet metal workflow processes • Complete assigned tasks and training objectives provided by the Part 145 Repair Station – Metro Gulf Division • Gain supervised, hands-on experience in sheet metal fabrication, repair, and structural modifications • Learn, understand, and adhere to Metro Aviation’s safety culture and operational procedures • Assist Sheet Metal Technicians with inspections, repairs, and installations, as directed • Assist with other duties assigned by Part 145 Director of Maintenance Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA) • Attention to detail • Ability to accept constructive feedback • Eager to learn and work • Ability to multitask • Work well under deadlines and strict regulations • Focus on assigned tasks • Strong Initiative • Team Player Education & Experience • High School diploma or equivalent • Valid Driver’s License • Experience in related field preferred Physical Demands • Walking, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, kneeling, squatting for extended periods of time • Climbing heights on various equipment • Lifting up to 50 or more pounds • Must have sufficient vision and ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position • Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (High Visibility clothing, Ear protection, safety glasses) when required Work Environment • Indoor/Outdoor environment with potential extreme hot and cold temperatures • Exposure to hazardous chemicals is possible • Moderate to loud noise level • Heavy machinery used Work Status, Schedule, Travel • Full-time, 40 hours per week • Monday-Thursday 7:00 am-4:30 pm, Friday 7:00 am-12:00 pm • Overtime necessary depending on workload • Occasional travel may be required • Metro Aviation, Inc. does not have a Visa Sponsorship program at this time* Metro Aviation, Inc. is committed to employees, customers, and the community to promote diversity and inclusion by developing policies, programs, and procedures that foster a work environment where differences are respected and employees are treated fairly. Metro Aviation, Inc. prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind and ensures Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all aspects of the relationship between Metro Aviation, Inc. and its employees, including recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies.
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Lafayette, LA, 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 an average hourly wage of $21.23, translating to approximately $1,061 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the Sheet Metal Workers' National Training Fund help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $56,000 annually for experienced professionals.
