SHEET METAL WORKERS LOCAL 91 JATC 8124 42nd St. West Rock Island, Illinois 61201 To be eligible for an apprenticeship in 2026, we must have all application materials by 2/28/2026. Are you looking for........... • A great life? • An opportunity to work with your hands and your head? • A career where you will make as much as a college grad, without paying for school? • A great job with great benefits, including health care, and a personal pension plan? • A real chance to advance, in a career with challenges and variety? • Job Security--A skill that is, and will continue to be, in demand? Sometimes opportunities of a lifetime do come only once. We are now seeking apprentice applicants in the following fields: • HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) • HVAC Service Tech. (Service and Repair) • TAB (Testing and Balancing) • Industrial Sheet Metal and Welding • Architectural Sheet Metal • *EARN WHILE YOU LEARN** • Attend 160 - 200 hours of training per year for five years while earning a great wage working for a participating area contractor • Establish a solid career with NO student loans to repay • Advance in your career, working towards becoming a Sheet Metal Worker Journeyman • Be a part of an ever growing industry Personal Requirements • Good communication skills • Drive, determination and willingness to learn • High School Diploma or GED • Above average mechanical & math skills • Good hand-eye coordination, form perception and manual dexterity • Dependable, with the ability to accept responsibility and work in a team environment Application Process • Apply online • Submit transcripts • Attend orientation* • Complete aptitude exam • Attend Interview* Look us up on Facebook or for additional information please go to the following links: https://www.jatc91.org/ http://www.sheetmetal-iti.org/ • Interview process is subject to approval
See More Details >>SHEET METAL WORKERS LOCAL 91 JATC 8124 42nd St. West Rock Island, Illinois 61201 To be eligible for an apprenticeship in 2026, we must have all application materials by 2/28/2026. Are you looking for........... • A great life? • An opportunity to work with your hands and your head? • A career where you will make as much as a college grad, without paying for school? • A great job with great benefits, including health care, and a personal pension plan? • A real chance to advance, in a career with challenges and variety? • Job Security--A skill that is, and will continue to be, in demand? Sometimes opportunities of a lifetime do come only once. We are now seeking apprentice applicants in the following fields: • HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) • HVAC Service Tech. (Service and Repair) • TAB (Testing and Balancing) • Industrial Sheet Metal and Welding • Architectural Sheet Metal • *EARN WHILE YOU LEARN** • Attend 160 - 200 hours of training per year for five years while earning a great wage working for a participating area contractor • Establish a solid career with NO student loans to repay • Advance in your career, working towards becoming a Sheet Metal Worker Journeyman • Be a part of an ever growing industry Personal Requirements • Good communication skills • Drive, determination and willingness to learn • High School Diploma or GED • Above average mechanical & math skills • Good hand-eye coordination, form perception and manual dexterity • Dependable, with the ability to accept responsibility and work in a team environment Application Process • Apply online • Submit transcripts • Attend orientation* • Complete aptitude exam • Attend Interview* Look us up on Facebook or for additional information please go to the following links: https://www.jatc91.org/ http://www.sheetmetal-iti.org/ • Interview process is subject to approval
See More Details >>Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: 1st Shift - Machine Operator II - Sheet metal Location: Keosauqua, IA, US, 52565 Work Arrangement: Onsite Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What’s Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as Hill Phoenix and Anthony. DFR is part of the Refrigeration and Food Equipment segment of the Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion. DFR is built on creativity and customer-centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail. Job Title: Machine Operator II – Sheet metal FLSA Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt Department: Operations Shift: 1st What we are looking for: Sheet Metal fabricates sheet metal products and equipment. Work may involve setting up and operating machinery to cut, bend, and straighten metal parts to supply our upstream departments with parts they need. What you’ll be responsible for in this role: • Operate all equipment in the sheet metal department, including brake presses, lasers, punch presses, sanders, and deburring machines • Fill all part requirements to complete rounds for the kitting department • Read rulers, tape measurers, metal squares, angle finders, protractors, and other measuring instruments • Read and follow written and verbal instructions • Read and interpret blueprints and work orders • Perform appropriate preventative maintenance on equipment and tooling • Examine finished work pieces for smoothness, shape, angle, or conformity to specifications and verify dimensions, visually and using hands, rulers, calipers, templates, or gauges • Start machines, adjust controls, and make trial cuts to ensure that machinery is operating properly • Monitor operations of machines and make adjustments to correct problems and ensure conformance to specifications • Work at different workstations as production needs require • Maintain the work area in a clean, safe, and orderly manner • Use proper safety equipment and apparel required for each operation on individual’s product line or work cell • Perform other duties as assigned To be a great fit for the role: • Team oriented – values the synergy of a team and operates as a team player • Effectively collaborates, engages others in discussion and is hands-on in problem solving • A fast learner able to quickly come up to speed on business processes to manage and serve the needs of the organization • A passion for getting things right • Can-do attitude, committed to finding solutions • Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and schematic drawings • Demonstrated proficiency with handheld tools and other measuring devices • Demonstrated proficiency with written and verbal communication and/or instruction Physical Demands: • Occasionally – Stooping/Twisting, Kneeling, Squatting, Visual Acuity (Near/Far), Keyboarding, Pinching, and Lift/Carry up to 50lbs alone and 75lbs assisted • Frequently – Walking, Pushing/Pulling, Reaching, Gripping, Foot Use, and Lift/Carry up to 25lbs • Constantly – Standing • Occasionally – Occurs up to 1/3 of the time • Frequently – Occurs 1/3 to 2/3 of the time • Constantly – Occurs 2/3 or more of the time We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team…
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Ottumwa, IA typically begins with an apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring approximately 8,000 hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 126,200 sheet metal workers nationwide, with a projected job growth of 0.2% from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Ottumwa earn an average of $615.33 per week, with experienced professionals earning up to $1,190.50 per week. 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.
