Sheet Metal Mechanic/Welder IV

Job Responsibilities

• Determine the right tools and equipment necessary to successfully complete the job.
• Must know industry relevant building codes and regulations for the installation and maintenance of commercial plumbing systems.
• Measure, cut and bend mechanical material.
• Attend all safety meetings.
• Follow instruction given by on-site leadership.
• Cleaning the shop after the work is completed
• Fabricate HVAC duct sections and fittings from sheet metal stock including:
• o Rectangular duct
• o Round and spiral duct
• o Transitions, elbows, and offsets
• Read and interpret shop drawings, fabrication details, and welding symbols
• Use layout tools to measure, mark, and cut materials accurately
• Assemble duct using Pittsburgh seams, cleats, and S & Drive slips
• Lay out and fabricate custom fittings to required tolerances for field installation
• Maintain airflow direction, gauge requirements, and duct construction standards

Welding Responsibilities

• Perform MIG (GMAW), TIG (GTAW), and Stick (SMAW) welding as required
• Weld and fabricate:
• o Sheet metal ductwork and enclosures
• o Structural supports and equipment frames
• o Mechanical and HVAC support systems
• o Chiller, boiler, and hydronic piping components as applicable
• Produce quality welds on carbon steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel, and aluminum
• Perform overhead (4G) groove welds in accordance with AWS D9.1 standards
• Ensure airtight and pressure-rated welds where required
• Follow proper procedures for handling pressurized systems and HVAC components

Equipment Operation

• Operate fabrication and welding equipment including:
• Press brakes
• Shears
• Rollers
• Plasma tables/cutters
• Lockformers
• Notchers
• Spot welders
• Hand seamers and fabrication tools

Safety & Production

• Follow OSHA safety standards and all Corvant safety procedures
• Wear required PPE including gloves, hearing protection, and steel toe boots
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Coordinate with shop foremen and production teams to meet fabrication schedules and delivery deadlines
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining quality standards

Qualifications

• 6+ years of sheet metal fabrication and welding experience in HVAC or mechanical construction environments preferred
• Experience fabricating commercial or industrial HVAC duct systems
• Proficient in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding processes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, and isometric layouts
• Familiarity with AWS welding standards, including AWS D9.1
• Experience working with carbon steel, galvanized steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, duct standards, and mechanical construction practices
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain tight tolerances
• Welding certifications preferred but not required

Preferred Certifications

• AWS Welding Certification (D9.1, D1.1, D1.3, or equivalent)
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
• Forklift certification preferred

Work Environment

• Indoor prefabrication shop environment
• Exposure to welding fumes, loud equipment, and moving machinery
• Fast-paced production schedules with precision fabrication requirements
• Frequent standing, bending, lifting, and repetitive motions
• Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 50 pounds.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• OSHA 10 Certification required.