sheet metal worker

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work site environment

• Dangerous
• Noisy
• Dusty
• At heights

Work setting

• Willing to relocate

Tasks

• Measure and mark sheet metal according to template
• Prepare tenders and quotations
• Operate metalworking machines to cut, punch, drill, shape or straighten sheet metal
• Operate laser cutters
• Utilize computerized quantity take-off
• Grind and buff seams, joints and rough surfaces
• Schedule work
• Inspect products to ensure quality and conformity to specification
• Operate plasma cutters
• Develop computerized pattern and layout
• Instruct apprentices
• Supervise other workers
• Cut materials using power tools or by hand
• Assemble, erect and install hoisting and rigging equipment
• Estimate costs and materials
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Fit and join sheet metal parts
• Install sheet metal products according to specifications and building codes
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge
• Pre-fabricated metal buildings

Transportation / travel information

• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Physically demanding
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Handling heavy loads
• Tight deadlines

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety glasses / goggles
• Gloves
• Ear plugs
• Hard hat
• Tools

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Early morning

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Day
• Overtime required

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available