Sheetmetal Mechanic jobs in Saint Louis, MO

The Sheet Metal Worker will fabricate, build, and install various types of metal structures and equipment for facility maintenance and installation programs.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Consults blueprints, work orders, and/or schematics to safely construct specified structure; develops additional sketches if needed.
• Selects appropriate material for each job based on the desired or necessary strength.
• Cuts, bends, and shapes sheet metal to required dimensions.
• Measures, cuts, and welds pieces together according to specifications, blueprints, or directions.
• Connects pieces or secures seams by riveting, rolling, soldering, or using steel screws.
• Performs assigned work on assembly lines such as punching holes for screws or bending gutters.
• Uses appropriate machinery and software applications to complete assigned jobs.
• Coordinates required shutdowns and startups of equipment with other departments after sheet metal installation.
• Develops and maintains records for projects and repairs.
• Maintains clean and orderly work space.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to complete sheet metal projects with accuracy and precision.
• Ability to safely use machinery and tools involved in sheet metal work.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics to understand product assignment.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of an apprenticeship or a three-year, in-company training program required.
• Certification preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods lifting, reaching, and working on scaffolding and overhead structures.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.