APPRENTICESHIP

To assist a Sheet Metal Worker in the fabrication, assembly, installation and repair of sheet metal equipment, products and structures.

• Help set up or operate soldering and welding equipment, fabricating machines, etc.
• Load, transport, unload, and furnish an experienced craft worker with materials, tools, equipment
and supplies.
• Clean work area and restock supplies and materials as necessary. May erect scaffolding. May assist in
lifting, positioning and securing of materials and work pieces during installation.
• May perform minor maintenance or cleaning of tools and equipment. May smooth seams, joints, or burred
surfaces, using files or grinders. Perform other routine duties as directed by a Journeyman Sheet Metal
Worker.

• Under the direction and supervision of a Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker, you should be able to: Follow
specific directions. Perform a variety of duties that may often change. Work within standards of
accuracy.

• Repeat tasks of short duration according to a set procedure.

• Evaluate information using measurable standards.

• Plan, layout, fabricate, assemble, install and repair sheet metal parts, equipment and products,
utilizing a knowledge of working characteristics of metallic and nonmetallic materials, machining,
and layout techniques.

• Use hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment. Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, or
product specifications to determine sequence and methods of fabricating, assembling and installing
sheet metal products.

• Select gauge and type of sheet metal such as galvanized iron, copper, steel or aluminum

• Use nonmetallic material, such as plastic or fiberglass, according to product specifications.

• Layout and mark dimensions and reference lines on material using scribers, dividers, squares and
rulers.

• Apply knowledge of shop mathematics and layout techniques to develop and trace patterns to product or
parts (or use templates).

• Set up and operate fabricating machines such as shears, brakes, presses...forming rolls and routers
to cut, bend block and form or straighten materials.

• Shape metal material over an anvil, block or other form, using hand tools.

• Trim, file, grind, de-burr, buff and smooth surfaces, using hand tools or portable power tools.

• Weld, solder, bolt, rivet, screw, clip, caulk and bond component parts to assemble products...using
hand tools, power tools, and equipment.

• Install assemblies in a supportive framework according to blueprints...using hand tools, power tools,
and lifting and handling devices.

• Inspect assemblies and installation for conformance to specifications...using measuring instruments
required.

• Repair and maintain sheet metal products.

In addition to these duties you:
• May operate computer aided drafting (CAD) equipment to develop scale drawings of products or systems.

• May operate laser beam cutter or plasma cutter to cut patterns from sheet metal.

• May be designated by a type of metal such as Coppersmith or Tinsmith; or according to type of
activity, such as special items installed by a Sheet Metal Worker or Service Mechanic.

A High School Diploma or GED is required.

On-the-job and related training is also required.

Workers must adhere to the Windsor Sheet Metal Workers Local#235 Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Must be able to: Stand or walk for long periods of time during a regular work day; use arms and hands to reach for, handle and manipulate objects; lift and carry materials weighing 50 to 100 pounds; climb up and down ladders, scaffolds and other climbing devices; carry tools and equipment; work while in stooped, kneeling, crouched, and crawling positions; be able to see naturally or with correction, to safely perform designated tasks.

Must be able to: Perform assigned tasks under all types of environmental and weather conditions including severe cold, extreme heat, wet or dry weather and high winds.

Environmental conditions may include areas where toxic or caustics chemicals or fumes are in use or being stored.

Noise intensity level of 4; Close proximity to moving mechanical parts; Working in high, exposed levels as well as in close, cramped quarters.

May be required to operate or work around powder-actuated hand tools such as ram-sets, Hilti-guns, etc.

Employees will not be subjected to hazardous conditions without the proper safety equipment and training relative to the work being done.
NOTE: The above description covers the principle duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day. The purpose of this job description is not to limit the jurisdictional claims of the Sheet Metal Workers' International Association or the Sheet Metal Workers Local Union #235.