Job Purpose: Sets up and operates conventional, special purpose machines and machining centers to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts by performing duties on the following machines such as but not limited to; Saw, Manual Lathe/Manual Mill, Drilling/Lay-Out, Press Brake, and Plasma Table. Essential Functions • Read and interpret level 1 blueprints, sketches, or product specifications to determine sequence and methods of fabricating, assembling, and installing sheet metal products. • Layout and mark dimension and reference lines for level 1 complex projects. • Plans, layouts and fabricates metal parts, equipment, and products on level 1 machines within router time with little to no supervision. • Identify materials using calipers, micrometers, and gauges. • Perform operator maintenance on level 1 equipment. • Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. Secures tools, materials, and equipment at end of day. • Ensures work orders are properly followed and completed in a timely fashion. • All other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Way We Do Things: We believe that a team of people who are humble, hungry and smart will deliver superior performance over the sum total of talented individuals; therefore, we are committed to achieving our mission through teamwork while honoring our core values. • Humble – Puts the needs of the organization before themselves. Acknowledge each individual’s strengths and responsibilities. Is committed to the organization’s success. • Hungry - Active participation and engagement in department and companywide initiatives. Demonstrates an eagerness for achieving results, learning, setting a positive example, and adding to the success of the team. • Smart - Understands the impact of their words and actions on other people. Demonstrates good judgement and intuition of group dynamics. • A minimum of 6 months fabrication or machine shop experience, or equivalent technical training/certification generally required. High school diploma or equivalent. • Ability to maintain good attendance. • Excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate detailed information to co-workers, management, vendors, suppliers, and customers. • Excellent customer service skills with the ability to interact in a positive and professional manner to develop and maintain strong working relationships with co-workers, management, suppliers, and customers. • Ability to read and interpret documents such as job orders, procedure manuals, and schematics (blue prints). • Ability to read and understand tape measurements and decimals (standard and metric) and perform basic addition/subtraction (decimals and fractions). • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. • Skill in the fabrication, joining and repair of a variety of metal objects, equipment, fixtures and structures. • Ability to use department equipment such as forklift, ladder/scaffold, overhead crane, and power tools. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, bend, kneel, climb stairs and walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. If lifting over 50 pounds employees should utilize a jib, overhead crane, or ask for assistance from other team members. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. • The work environment is usually an indoor setting with frequent exposure to outside elements. The noise level in the work environment is frequently high. In addition, other elements that an employee could be exposed to frequently in this work environment are but not limited to; dust, dirt, fumes and odors, mechanical and electrical hazards, fire hazards, and an elevated workplace. This position requires infrequent travel, which may involve exposure to extreme weather elements. Monday - Friday 6:30AM - 3:00PM* • OT at end of shift 40+ hours weekly
See More Details >>Job details Urgently Hiring for this position! Salary: $22 - $35 an hour Job Type: Full-time Location: Salina, Kansas and Sioux City, Iowa Qualifications CRJ experience (Required). US work authorization (Required). Aircraft maintenance: 1 year (Preferred) Airframe & Powerplant License (Preferred) Education- High School Diploma or General Education Degree required. A minimum of One year of related experience and/or training. Physical Demands- Sit, stand, bend and reach overhead for periods of time. Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and must be comfortable with heights. Any Candidate considered for this position would be required to pass all Pre-Employment screenings and must possess their own tools. Job Description Job Duties include but are not limited to: Highly proficient in fabrication, drilling, bucking, shooting rivets, cold working, corrosion/damage removal, flap peening, and jacking/shoring aircraft. Significantly experienced with using technical data and drawings to locate part numbers and complete all repairs. Employees must ensure all work performed adheres to high-quality standards. This Candidate will be responsible for providing guidance and expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications. Core Competencies Dependability- Perform all tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment, has a commitment to all Company values and ethics, and is very detail-oriented. Initiative- Organizes work tasks without detailed instructions, prepares for complex problem solving, and to seek additional responsibilities. Individuals must maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Analytical skills- Must be able to quickly gather information and use raw data to determine the cause and effect of repairs on aircraft. Communication- Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills. Must be able to read, write and speak English. Schedule 10-hour shift 8-hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Night shift Weekend availability Experience Aircraft maintenance: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification Airframe & Powerplant License (Preferred) Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Medical insurance premiums for employee-only coverage is 100% company paid. Candidates must be highly proficient in fabrication, drilling, bucking, shooting rivets, cold working, corrosion/damage removal, flap peening, and jacking/shoring aircraft. Significantly experienced with using technical data and drawings to locate part numbers and complete all repairs. 1 Vision Aviation is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications regardless of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law. Please email your resume and salary requirements to apply@1vision.aero.
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Salina, KS typically starts 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 many hours of training under licensed professionals. The average hourly wage for a sheet metal worker in Salina, KS is approximately $665, with an annual overtime average of $34,560. The local industry has seen a steady employment rate, with the number of workers hovering around 800 over the past few years. 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 $70,000 annually for experienced professionals.
