Sheetmetal Journeyman

Responsibilities

• Perform all types of sheet metal work involving layout, shearing, punching, forming, fabrication, removal and replacing, and erection of complicated and other sheet metal installations.
• Set up and operate sheet metal tools.
• Direct others.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of Journeyman-level Sheet Metal experience.
• Ability to safely and effectively utilize all tools, materials, and equipment common to the trade.
• Valid state-issued driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate of formal Sheet Metal apprenticeship program.
• At least 3 years of experience at the journey level.
• Skills in utilizing electronic work request systems/tracking for tablets or Smartphones.
• Ability to study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Ability to measure, mark dimensions, and lay out material to be installed using tools such as scribes, rulers, calculators and squares.
• Ability to fasten joints and seams in sheet metal with solder, welds, caulk, bolts and metal driver clips, ensuring work is done carefully and bonds will last.
• Install assemblies, including pipes, HVAC ducts, flashings, rain gutters and furnace casings in supportive frameworks.
• Ability to use hand and power tools to trim, buff, smooth, file and grind metal surfaces and joints of parts that have been assembled to ensure safety and a seamless appearance.
• Ability to select the appropriate type and gauge of sheet metal to be used in projects according to specifications.
• Ability to understand and maintain a safe working environment for themselves and for their co-workers and embody a questioning attitude to create a safe working atmosphere.

About PNNL

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

Commitment to Excellence and Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.

Drug Free Workplace

PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.

Security, Credentialing, And Eligibility Requirements

As a national laboratory, PNNL is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require new employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identify Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication. The tier of federal background investigation will be determined by job duties and national security or public trust responsibilities associated with the job. All tiers of investigation include a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last 1 to 7 years (depending on the applicable tier of investigation).

Rockstar Rewards

Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, and business travel insurance. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 80 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year. Employees receive 56 hours of paid personal (sick) time per calendar year.