Becoming a sheet metal worker in Wyoming, MI, 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 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 $849 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Guild help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $56,000 annually for experienced professionals.
This position requires a valid, current, 5-year clean driver’s license and must be able to drive company pick-up trucks. (be able to be added to company auto insurance policy.) Excellent Opportunity to join our team of craftsmen, in making custom metalwork, including custom furniture and artwork, with computerized state-of-the-art equipment. We specialize in sheet metal fabrication. This position requires experience in sheet metal fabrication. Full Time, hourly position with opportunity for overtime. Qualifications: • TIG welding stainless steel with a complete understanding of the settings on the welder is a must. • Must have at least 3 years of experience with fabricating sheet metal. • Experience with setting up and running Press Brake and Shear to form and shear sheet metal a plus. • Install commercial and residential kitchen equipment and furniture. (Be able to pass background check to be able to complete installs in customer's homes and businesses). • Read & understand drawings. Be able to write basic letters and prepare sketches. • Have good communication skills. • Work proficiently in a fast-paced environment. • Work well with others and contribute to the success of the organization. • Limit personal phone use to scheduled breaks. • Dress presentably. • Work in a safe and careful manner without property damage. • Effectively use a tape measure, level, electric drill, grinder with cut-off wheel, and other tools related to sheet metal fabrication. • Work to minimize costs, while staying productive. • Be productive with a sense of urgency to complete projects.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility listed above with expertise. It is of the utmost importance that this person has exceptional interpersonal communication skills. Other traits will include self-motivation, high energy level, reliability, trustworthiness, and honesty. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Primary job responsibilities include; preparing metal for fabrication - da sanding, cleaning sheet metal, correctly using shear and other metal fabrication equipment, welding, and polishing metal to fabricate products based on the drawings and information given, as well as finishing, polishing, packaging, and painting as needed. Education and/or Experience: Must have at least 3 years of sheet metal fabricating experience. Applicants must be able to read drawings and specifications, clearly write out job progress information and make simple sketches of parts. Physical Demands: Must always look presentable. All carts, dollies, and material handling equipment will be provided. We demand safe shop procedures and supply safety equipment to assist in the fabrication of materials. Lifting is required. Other Requirements for this position: • Must have a clean background, clean driving record, valid driver’s license, and reliable personal transportation • The ability to work at schools, limited travel, and random drug screening at any time with negative results. • We are a tobacco-free facility. Tobacco use in company vehicles is not permitted. Vaping is limited to the designated areas at break times. This is not a training position. Applicants must be proficient in sheet metal fabrication and have at least three years of experience. Rate of pay will be based on experience. After a 90-day trial period, pay will be adjusted based on personal performance. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00-4:30 pm with the opportunity for overtime after forty hours worked. Benefits Supplemental Insurance is offered as an optional benefit paid by employee. Ten paid 8-hour holiday days per year after 90-day trial. Regular hours 8:00am-4:30pm. Overtime hours as needed and after forty hours worked. One-week paid vacation after one year of employment. Two weeks paid vacation after three years of employment. Job Type: Full-time $28.00 - $30.00 starting pay per hour based on experience. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week Benefits: • Dental insurance • Flexible schedule • Paid time off • Vision insurance Shift: • 8 hour shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Are you an experienced sheet metal installer looking for the next step in your career? Weather Shield Roofing Systems, now joined with Great Lakes Systems, is expanding our team. We're looking for a skilled Sheet Metal Installer with the potential to grow into a Sheet Metal Foreman role. This is more than just a job-it's a career opportunity with a company that values hard work, leadership, and professional growth. If you have hands-on experience in sheet metal roofing and want to develop into a leadership role, this is your chance. THE ROLE: • Fabricate and install all roofing-related trim • Install standing seam roofs with precision and care. • Fabricate and install soffit and gutter systems. • Perform work in accordance with job specifications and safety protocols. EXPERIENCE: Sheet metal roofing experience - no supervision experience required (we'll help you grow) Ability to work year-round in various weather conditions Comfortable with heights, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 50 lbs Valid driver's license with a clean record A team player ready to take ownership of their work CORE VALUES FIT: We are looking for an exceptional leader who: • Loves to lead and loves to Achieve • Cares Personally about people and the work they do • Is a true Team Player who wants to be part of a winning team • Loves to learn and grow to Get Better Every Day • Owns It - loves results and hates excuses • Is 100% committed to Serving our customer well • Loves to pour into those they lead to help them to become the best version of themselves, both at work and as humans THE PACKAGE: Top Benefits, including: • Paid Vacation • Paid Holidays • Paid Training & Professional Development • Health Insurance covering the employee and all family members • Vision and Dental insurance • Short-term Disability Insurance (paid in full by the company) • Long-term Disability Insurance (paid in full by the company) • 401(k) with 3% company contribution • If Weather Shield Roofing Systems sounds like a place where you can see yourself growing and excelling, we'd love to meet you and discuss a career with our company. To hear more, click here to watch a video of our CEO James Bush sharing our mission. Equal Opportunity Employer
See More Details >>Are you an experienced sheet metal installer looking for the next step in your career? Weather Shield Roofing Systems, now joined with Great Lakes Systems, is expanding our team. We're looking for a skilled Sheet Metal Installer with the potential to grow into a Sheet Metal Foreman role. This is more than just a job-it's a career opportunity with a company that values hard work, leadership, and professional growth. If you have hands-on experience in sheet metal roofing and want to develop into a leadership role, this is your chance. THE ROLE: • Fabricate and install all roofing-related trim • Install standing seam roofs with precision and care. • Fabricate and install soffit and gutter systems. • Perform work in accordance with job specifications and safety protocols. EXPERIENCE: Sheet metal roofing experience - no supervision experience required (we'll help you grow) Ability to work year-round in various weather conditions Comfortable with heights, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 50 lbs Valid driver's license with a clean record A team player ready to take ownership of their work CORE VALUES FIT: We are looking for an exceptional leader who: • Loves to lead and loves to Achieve • Cares Personally about people and the work they do • Is a true Team Player who wants to be part of a winning team • Loves to learn and grow to Get Better Every Day • Owns It - loves results and hates excuses • Is 100% committed to Serving our customer well • Loves to pour into those they lead to help them to become the best version of themselves, both at work and as humans THE PACKAGE: Top Benefits, including: • Paid Vacation • Paid Holidays • Paid Training & Professional Development • Health Insurance covering the employee and all family members • Vision and Dental insurance • Short-term Disability Insurance (paid in full by the company) • Long-term Disability Insurance (paid in full by the company) • 401(k) with 3% company contribution • If Weather Shield Roofing Systems sounds like a place where you can see yourself growing and excelling, we'd love to meet you and discuss a career with our company. To hear more, click to watch a video of our CEO James Bush sharing our mission. Equal Opportunity Employer Are you an experienced sheet metal installer looking for the next step in your career? Weather Shield Roofing Systems, now joined with Great Lakes Systems, is expanding our team. We're looking for a skilled Sheet Metal Installer with the potential to grow into a Sheet Metal Foreman role. This is more than just a job-it's a career opportunity with a company that values hard work, leadership, and professional growth. If you have hands-on experience in sheet metal roofing and want to develop into a leadership role, this is your chance. THE ROLE: • Fabricate and install all roofing-related trim • Install standing seam roofs with precision and care. • Fabricate and install soffit and gutter systems. • Perform work in accordance with job specifications and safety protocols. EXPERIENCE: Sheet metal roofing experience - no supervision experience required (we'll help you grow) Ability to work year-round in various weather conditions Comfortable with heights, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 50 lbs Valid driver's license with a clean record A team player ready to take ownership of their work CORE VALUES FIT: We are looking for an exceptional leader who: • Loves to lead and loves to Achieve • Cares Personally about people and the work they do • Is a true Team Player who wants to be part of a winning team • Loves to learn and grow to Get Better Every Day • Owns It - loves results and hates excuses • Is 100% committed to Serving our customer well • Loves to pour into those they lead to help them to become the best version of themselves, both at work and as humans THE PACKAGE: Top Benefits, including: • Paid Vacation • Paid Holidays • Paid Training & Professional Development • Health Insurance covering the employee and all family members • Vision and Dental insurance • Short-term Disability Insurance (paid in full by the company) • Long-term Disability Insurance (paid in full by the company) • 401(k) with 3% company contribution • If Weather Shield Roofing Systems sounds like a place where you can see yourself growing and excelling, we'd love to meet you and discuss a career with our company. To hear more, click to watch a video of our CEO James Bush sharing our mission. Equal Opportunity Employer
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