Sheet Metal Helper

Job Overview

Support and consistently reinforce the Mission and Core Values of M&D Mechanical Contractors, Inc. A sheet metal mechanic helper is an entry level position assisting with installing sheet metal duct systems and equipment. This includes ductwork for HVAC systems as well as various components for industrial, and commercial applications. Using tools and machinery under direction of a sheet metal mechanic, they assist in install metal duct to specifications and codes. With a focus on safety and craftsmanship, sheet metal mechanic helpers may work with other tradespeople.

Functional Duties/Requirements

Sheet metal mechanic helpers are entry level tradesmen who assist in installing products made of thin sheet metal, such as ducts used in heating and air conditioning systems. Here are the general and specific duties associated with sheet metal mechanics:
• Safety Compliance: Following all safety guidelines and using appropriate protective equipment to prevent injuries from sharp metal, machinery, or other hazards.
• Reading Drawings: Read drawings to understand and identify material requirements and installation processes with supervision.
• Measuring and Cutting: Using various tools to measure, cut, bend, and shape sheet metal according to fit or offset with supervision.
• Installation: Performs minor fastening of metal pieces together using various tools and techniques such as duct seal each joint, bolting sections with collars or flanges with supervision
• Maintenance: Clean job site by sweeping, picking up debris and scrap material.
• Quality Assurance: Assist in testing installed sheet metal systems to ensure they meet specifications and code with direction from the sheet metal mechanic.
• Equipment Maintenance: Regularly inspecting and maintaining equipment and tools with supervision.
• Communication: Work alongside other construction professionals, such as plumbers, electricians.

JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES
• * Installing sheet metal ducts, vents, or partitions in buildings and other structures according to SMACNA standards under the direction of the sheet metal mechanic or superintendent. * Hang duct systems securely and level with supervision * Fitting and joining duct sections using various techniques with supervision * Using equipment under supervision to ensure that HVAC systems work efficiently. * Assist with sheet metal installations to optimize performance and balance air supply per specifications with supervision. * Develop understanding of systems industrial and SMACNA standards.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
• Minimum of high school education or GED equivalent, or trade school
• Required to read and write English, follow verbal instructions and use simple math
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be detail oriented and organized
• Must be able to follow instructions
• Strong TEAM player

PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT

Employee may be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds structures, etc.; reaching in all directions, handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing; sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; crawling; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction.

MENTAL INVOLVEMENT

Employee may be required to do the following: following set procedures and standards; applying basic mathematical skills; planning work and selecting proper tools; comparing and understanding differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures, and objects; picturing and evaluating solid objects from drawing or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked, following oral and/or written directions, plans and blueprints; reading; writing; ability to recognize and report safety hazards.

WORK ENVIROMENT FACTORS
• Location: industrial construction sites and/or office environment
• Mobility Barriers to Access Job Site: uneven ground level; obstructed pathways
• Climatic/Environmental Conditions at Job Site: predominately indoor climate; various noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment, etc., potential exposure to chemical substances.

M&D Mechanical Contractors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, ****** orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.