Sheet Metal Mechanic Job Description Overview: Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products and equipment, such as ducts, control boxes, and furnace casings. Work may involve any of the following: setting up and operating fabricating machines to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal; shaping metal over anvils, blocks, or forms using hammer; or inspecting, assembling, and smoothing seams and joints of burred surfaces. Includes sheet metal duct installers who install prefabricated sheet metal ducts used for heating, air conditioning, or other purposes. High Level Job Functions: • Determine project requirements, including scope, assembly sequences, and required methods and materials, according to blueprints, drawings, and written or verbal instructions. • Lay out, measure, and mark dimensions and reference lines on material, such as roofing panels, according to drawings or templates, using calculators, scribes, dividers, squares, and rulers. • Maneuver completed units into position for installation and anchor the units. • Install assemblies, such as flashing, pipes, tubes, heating and air conditioning ducts, or furnace casings. • Select gauges or types of sheet metal or nonmetallic material, according to product specifications. • Drill and punch holes in metal, for screws, bolts, and rivets. • Fasten seams or joints together with welds, bolts, caulks, metal drive clips, or bonds to assemble components into products or to repair sheet metal items. • Fabricate or alter parts at construction sites, using shears, hammers, punches, or drills. • Trim, file, grind, deburr, buff, or smooth surfaces, seams, or joints of assembled parts, using hand tools or portable power tools. Detailed Job Functions: Getting Information • Read blueprints • Read production layouts • Read technical drawings Making Decisions and Solving Problems • Determine project methods and procedures • Make independent judgment in assembly procedures Handling and Moving Objects • Cut metal or plastic • Fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand • File, sand, grind, or polish metal or plastic objects • Stretch, bend, straighten, shape, pound, or press metal or plastic Controlling Machines and Processes • Fabricate ducting • Fabricate sheet metal parts or items • Operate sheet metal fabrication machines • Set up and operate variety of machine tools • Use hand or power tools • Use machine tools in installation, maintenance, or repair Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material • Examine products or work to verify conformance to specifications Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings Performing General Physical Activities • Build or repair structures in construction, repair, or manufacturing setting • Climb ladders, scaffolding, or utility or telephone poles • Erect scaffold • Install sheet metal assemblies in supportive framework • Move or fit heavy objects • Repair sheet metal products Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information • Determine material or tool requirements Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment • Lay out machining, welding, or precision assembly projects Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment • Position, align, or level machines, equipment, or structures • Set up production equipment or machinery Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards • Adhere to safety procedures
See More Details >>Craftsmen Contractors is seeking skilled and detail-oriented Sheet Metal and Ductowork Mechanics for the Panama City, Florida area. The work schedule is Monday thru Friday working day shifts. Long term work. Will have to pass a criminal background check. Pay is $25 - $27/hr. depending on experience. Weekly pay Job Duties: • Fabricate and assemble sheet metal components according to specifications and blueprints. • Operate machinery such as shears, brakes, and punches to cut and shape metal. • Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to complete tasks. • Perform quality checks on finished products to ensure they meet industry standards. • Troubleshoot and repair equipment as necessary. • Maintain a clean and organized work environment. • Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently and effectively. Job Requirements: • Proven experience as a Sheet Metal Mechanic or Ductwork Mechanic • Strong understanding of safety protocols in a manufacturing environment. • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints. • Excellent attention to detail with strong problem-solving skills. • Physical stamina • Ability to lift heavy materials as needed - at least 50 lbs. If you are available and interested please respond to this job ad with your resume. Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40 per week Benefits: • Health insurance Schedule: • Day shift • Monday to Friday • Weekends as needed Work Location: In person
See More Details >>As HVAC Sheet Metal Mechanic with PeopleReady Skilled Trades, you'll support HVAC contractors throughout Panama City, FL. In this full time role, you'll earn up to $28 an hour (based on experience), enjoy weekly pay, health insurance benefits and a flexible work schedule. Plus, the more hours you work, the more meaningful prizes you can unlock with Respect the Craft — our recognition program specially designed to help tradespeople grow and thrive in their careers. Whether you're new to the trades or a seasoned pro, come take charge of your career with PeopleReady Skilled Trades. Interested? Apply today!
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Panama City, FL, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining 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 average hourly wage for a Sheet Metal Worker Apprentice in Panama City is $18.39, with experienced professionals earning up to $56,000 annually. With a steady demand for skilled workers and a projected need for 5,200 new sheet metal workers nationwide by 2032, aspiring sheet metal workers can find apprenticeship opportunities through trade schools, unions, and industry programs, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential.
