Experienced Sheet Metal Fabricator - HVAC Support

Are you an experienced HVAC technician or sheet metal fabricator looking to step off the job site but still make a direct impact? We're seeking a skilled individual to take ownership of our in-house sheet metal operations and support our field teams with high-quality, timely metalwork.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with fabrication experience and a deep understanding of HVAC systems. You'll be a key player in a family-owned business that values quality, reliability, and craftsmanship.

Position Summary

We're looking for someone who can:

• Own and manage day-to-day operations of our sheet metal shop
• Fabricate components for HVAC install and service jobs
• Stage materials and equipment for field crews
• Maintain shop safety, organization, and productivity
• Support our growing team by training others and improving processes

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate metal for upcoming HVAC installation projects
• Produce custom pieces on demand for coil swaps and duct modifications
• Maintain inventory levels of stock parts (bases, drops, canvases, caps, slips, drives)
• Build safety pans, transitions, and commercial ductwork as needed
• Assist with boiler prefab work
• Stage new HVAC equipment and required materials for the next day's installations
• Train other personnel in sheet metal layout, tools, and safety practices
• Keep the shop clean, safe, and well-organized
• Perform standard maintenance on fabrication equipment
• Notify management and coordinate major repairs when needed
• Collaborate with HVAC install office staff for scheduling and data entry

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in sheet metal fabrication (HVAC preferred)
• Proficient with sheet metal layout and fabrication for HVAC systems
• Ability to understand job needs through phone calls or field photos
• Comfortable working independently and managing shifting daily priorities
• Can operate or learn to operate plasma cutter and standard sheet metal tools
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings
• Basic computer and data entry skills
• Forklift certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and remain on feet for extended periods
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to safe work practices and a clean work environment

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and skills ($36-45 pr hour)
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stable, year-round work in a high-demand industry
• Family-owned company where your work is seen, valued, and appreciated
• Opportunity to grow your role and shape shop procedures

Why Join Us?

If you're ready to move into a respected, long-term position where your skills are appreciated and your input matters, this is the right opportunity. Our company combines the reliability of an established HVAC business with the energy of a growing team.

Voted St. Louis Best Places to Work in 2016, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, & 2023!

At Hoffmann Brothers, we stand committed to our mission of Improving Life in Every Home - our customers, our employees, and the communities in which we live and serve. For over 40 years, we have been an industry leader in the HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, and Appliance repair service and installation industry in St. Louis - with recent expansion in Nashville, TN.

You won't just be building duct - you'll be building systems that last, with a company that values quality and people.