Field Sheet Metal Mechanic

Field Sheet Metal Mechanic

Department: Minton & Roberson/Tidewater, Hampton Area

FSLA Status: Hourly/Non-exempt

Summary:

• Extensive knowledge of structural, sheet metal repairs and modifications to include fabrication of sheet metal parts.
• Thorough working knowledge of blueprints and work orders.
• Complete knowledge of all related skill area machines, equipment and hand tools used in the Sheet Metal trade.

General Responsibilities:

1. Measure, cut, bend, shape, and fasten pieces of sheet metal to make ductwork. Select, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal equipment and duct work products.
2. Assemble and erect ventilators, louvers, ducts, blow pipes, dampers, grills, registers, and diffusers.
3. Ability to wear fall protection as required and safety harnesses.
4. Ability to climb ladders and install at elevated heights.
5. Read and interpret plans, specifications, and blueprints to determine the kind and quantity of material needed to cut, bend, shape, and fasten pieces of sheet metal to make ductwork or other custom products.
6. Specialize in testing, balancing, adjusting, and servicing existing air-conditioning ventilation systems to make sure they are functioning properly and to improve their energy efficiency. (Properly installed duct systems are a key component to heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems)
7. Make required calculations and use tapes, rulers, and other measuring devices for the installation of ductwork.
8. Fasten seams and joints together with welds, bolts, cement, rivets, solder, specially formed sheet metal drive clips, TDC connectors or other connecting devices.
9. Interprets and adheres to company policies and safety regulations.
10. Use an aerial lift to install sheet metal products.
11. Install ducts, pipes, and tubes by joining them end to end and hanging them with metal hangers secured to a ceiling or a wall.
12. Use shears, hammers, punches, and drills to make parts at the worksite or to alter parts made in the shop.
13. Coordinate with other subcontractors.
14. Load and unload delivery trucks.
15. Train helpers.
16. Care and maintain power tools and equipment.
17. Occasional computer/classroom work as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a minimum of 3 years experience in the sheet metal trade
• Read and understand drawings and prints.
• Interpret instructions, specifications, layout, and pattern development.
• Install ductwork without direct supervision from a Foreman
• Manage work schedules of apprentices and/or helpers.
• Coordinate simple tasks and/or problems with other trades.
• Understand and adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
• Assist foreman with time sheets, safety meetings and any other record keeping requirements on a day-to-day basis.
• Must be in good physical condition and have mechanical and mathematical aptitude and good reading skills.
• Good eye-hand coordination, spatial and form perception, and manual dexterity.
• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy; perform a variety of duties which may change often.
• Be able to work in an indoor or outdoor setting, working with tools and equipment.
• Strength and energy sufficient to maintain a rigorous work schedule involving driving and/or continuous, heavy physical exertion; hearing and speaking to exchange information; seeing to perform assigned duties; standing for extended periods of time; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate equipment; kneeling, bending at the waist, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to perform assigned duties; lifting heavy objects.
• Must have a clean driving record and must be able to obtain access/badge to all Government Facilities in the local area.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is often required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

EEO Policy Statement

Minton & Roberson, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Minton & Roberson, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Minton & Roberson, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability to Minton & Roberson, Inc. employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.