Summary You will serve as a SHEET METAL MECHANIC LEADER (EXPERT) in the DEPARTMENT OF NAVY to include work sites of Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, and Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility. This position is located in Shop 17. Applicants will only be considered for positions within their own UIC. For example: If you are within UIC 4523A, you will only be considered for positions within 4523A. Duties Help • You will manufacture, assemble, install, remove, and repair ventilation, furnishings, and items including but not limited to nonstructural bulkheads and overheads. • You will provide technical expertise on work instructions, interpreting instructions, and resolving problems for the sheet metal employees assigned to a project. • You will conduct shipboard pre-work inspections to determine if the work is in compliance the technical work document requirements, and make recommendations to resolve complex problems. • You will report to supervisors on the status and progress of work, nature of work delays and answer questions on overall work operations and problems. • You will inspect completed and in process work for quality of workmanship and adherence to requirements, specifications, standards, plans and schedules. Requirements Help Conditions of employment • Must be a US Citizen. • Must be determined suitable for federal employment. • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. • This is a bargaining unit position. • You may be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination and undergo recurring physical examinations. • You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. • You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license. • You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases. • You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift. • Work is performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g. fumes, dust, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals). You will be required to participate in medical surveillance programs. • This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time. • You will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Passport. • This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision. • This position requires the ability to climb vertical ladders and work in awkward positions and confined spaces. • This position may require rotating shift work. • This position requires the ability to lift and/or carry loads or items up to 50 pounds in weight. • This position may be subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. Qualifications Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO LEAD OR SUPERVISE. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Salary is based on geographical location and is subject to change with the annual local wage surveys in accordance with the provisions of 5 CFR Part 532 for all employees whose official duty station is located within the geographic boundary of the wage area definition. For more information please visit: https://wageandsalary.dcpas.osd.mil/BWN/AFWageSchedules/ SALARY: Puget Sound Naval Shipyard: WA: https://wageandsalary.dcpas.osd.mil/Content/FWS%20Special%20Schedules/MS_A143_143_Seattle_Everett_Tacoma,Washington.pdf CA: https://wageandsalary.dcpas.osd.mil/Content/FWS%20Special%20Schedules/AM_A017_017_San_Diego,California.pdf Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility: https://wageandsalary.dcpas.osd.mil/Content/AF%20Schedules/survey-sch/044/044R-06Aug2024.pdf Portsmouth Naval Shipyard: ME: https://wageandsalary.dcpas.osd.mil/Content/AF%20Schedules/survey-sch/087/087R-02Jan2025.pdf CA: https://wageandsalary.dcpas.osd.mil/Content/AF%20Schedules/survey-sch/017/017R-02Jan2025.pdf Norfolk Naval Shipyard: VA:https://wageandsalary.dcpas.osd.mil/Content/AF%20Schedules/survey-sch/140/140R-09Jul2024.pdf PA: https://wageandsalary.dcpas.osd.mil/Content/AF%20Schedules/survey-sch/115/115R-02Jan2025.pdf This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. If you are unable to apply online and request information about the Alternate Application process, please contact the Department of Navy's Employment Information Center. Temporary promotions may be extended up to 5 years at the discretion of management and in accordance with applicable regulations. Temporary actions taken under this announcement may be made permanent without further competition. Temporary actions taken under this announcement may be terminated at any time before the established not-to-exceed date. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. relocation incentive may be authorized. Applicants rated ineligible on this vacancy announcement need to reapply and update their application package to be considered on future vacancies filled through this announcement. Applicants selected and hired through this vacancy announcement need to reapply to be considered on future vacancies filled through this announcement. Referral lists will be issued on an as-needed basis as vacancies occur. All eligibility and qualifications must be met by the referral cut-off date. PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf Expand Hide additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. 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See More Details >>Welcome to Amtrak, where our team of skilled workers are dedicated to providing safe and reliable transportation for our passengers. We are currently seeking a Sheetmetal Worker Journeyman to join our team and help maintain and repair our trains and equipment. As a Sheetmetal Worker Journeyman, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and functionality of our trains. We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced individual who is committed to quality work and has a strong attention to detail. If you are passionate about working in the transportation industry and possess the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Amtrak. Perform regular maintenance and repairs on Amtrak trains and equipment to ensure safe and reliable transportation for passengers. Utilize knowledge and skills in sheetmetal work to complete repairs and replacements of train components. Conduct inspections and identify potential issues or concerns with train equipment. Collaborate with other team members to troubleshoot and resolve any mechanical or technical issues. Follow safety protocols and regulations while working on trains and equipment. Keep accurate records of work completed and any parts or materials used. Maintain a clean and organized work environment. Communicate effectively with supervisors and other team members to ensure timely completion of tasks. Stay up-to-date with industry standards and advancements in sheetmetal work. Demonstrate a strong attention to detail to ensure quality workmanship. Adhere to Amtrak's policies and procedures at all times. Train and mentor apprentices and junior sheetmetal workers. Attend training and development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge. Continuously strive to improve efficiency and productivity in work processes. Represent Amtrak in a professional and courteous manner at all times. Amtrak is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
See More Details >>Sheet Metal Manufacturing Programmer Manufacturing / Engineering Job Summary We are seeking a skilled Sheet Metal Manufacturing Programmer with hands-on experience in sheet metal fabrication to join our production team. This role involves developing, optimizing, and maintaining CNC programs for sheet metal components, ensuring efficient and high-quality manufacturing processes. Generating BOMs and Job Travelers. Key Responsibilities • Develop and modify CNC programs for laser cutters, turret punches, press brakes, and other sheet metal machinery. • Interpret engineering drawings and CAD models to create accurate manufacturing instructions. • Collaborate with design, engineering, and production teams to ensure manufacturability and efficiency. • Select appropriate tooling and machine parameters for various sheet metal operations. • Troubleshoot and resolve programming or production issues related to sheet metal fabrication. • Maintain documentation for programs, setups, and tooling. • Continuously improve programming strategies to reduce cycle times and material waste. • Support new product introductions and prototyping efforts. • Develop bills of materials and methods of manufacturing. • Utilize ERP system to create, edit, and maintain parts BOMs. Qualifications • Proven experience in CNC programming for sheet metal fabrication (e.g., laser cutting, punching, bending). • Proficiency with CAM software (e.g., Amada, Trumpf, or similar). • Strong understanding of sheet metal materials, tolerances, and fabrication techniques. • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings. • Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles. • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. • High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or certification preferred. Preferred Skills • Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing documentation. • Knowledge of automation in sheet metal processing. • Familiarity with ISO or AS9100 quality standards. • Solidworks.
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Philadelphia typically starts 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 slight job growth projection of 0.2% from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Philadelphia earn an average of $1,199 per week, with experienced professionals earning up to $12,358 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like the Sheet Metal Workers' Local Union 46 help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
