Exterior Aluminum Composite Panel Installer (Commercial Carpentry)

Klover SEPA•Quakertown, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Exterior Aluminum Composite Panel Installer safely installs aluminum composite materials (ACMs) and insulated metal panels (IMPs) on commercial construction projects. Job sites are within a 70-mile radius of Quakertown, Pennsylvania, in the Tri-State Area. The role involves reviewing project plans, preparing and handling materials, measuring and cutting panels, installing panels on building exteriors, roofs, walls, facades, and other structures, and checking completed work for alignment, defects, and compliance with specifications. Installers work with other installers, contractors, and project managers to keep projects progressing on schedule, while following applicable building codes, energy efficiency standards, and safety regulations. The work takes place indoors and outdoors on varied construction projects, with exposure to changing weather, heat, cold, humidity, and noise. Hazards may include moving mechanical parts, electrical current, toxic or caustic chemicals, and slippery or uneven surfaces. Employees are expected to represent the company professionally, support teamwork, communicate pertinent information, follow company policies and ethical standards, and demonstrate the company’s values of quality, customer satisfaction, integrity, teamwork, and community. Employment beginning and continued employment are conditional on obtaining or providing proof of application for Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. The clearances are obtained as part of the new-hire process. Klover Contracting, Inc. prohibits workplace harassment and provides equal employment opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of experience safely installing ACM and IMP panels.
Knowledge and understanding of construction safety devices and personal protective equipment.
Proficiency using tools and machinery to cut, shape, and secure ACM panels.
Precision in measuring, cutting, and installing panels.
Ability to identify and address installation problems, including panel misalignment and material defects.
Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and in physically demanding environments.
Ability to lift and carry heavy materials and metal panels.
Strong attention to detail in panel alignment, installation, and finishing.
Ability to communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and clients about safety concerns, project updates, and progress.
Ability to work effectively and productively as a member of a cross-functional team.
Self-motivation and willingness to pursue ongoing education and professional growth.
Ability to meet customer needs and expectations, make sound decisions, adapt to change, focus on goals, proactively identify and resolve problems, and manage personal impulses and resources.
Must obtain or provide proof of application for the Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check as a condition of starting and continuing employment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience installing insulated metal panels or performing similar construction work is preferred.
Experience with other types of cladding or building facades is a plus.

Responsibilities

Review blueprints, drawings, and specifications to understand project requirements.
Measure and cut ACM and IMP panels to the required sizes and shapes.
Select and prepare materials, including fasteners, adhesives, and sealants.
Install ACM panels on building facades, signage, and other structures, ensuring accurate alignment, level positioning, and secure fastening.
Fasten panels using appropriate systems such as rivets, screws, adhesives, or clip systems.
Measure, cut, and install IMPs on building exteriors, roofs, and walls in accordance with project specifications.
Prepare installation areas by clearing debris and setting up scaffolding or operating lifts and other equipment.
Transport panels safely to installation locations using cranes, lifts, or other equipment; manage, store, and handle materials to prevent damage.
Use appropriate safety equipment and procedures, including PPE and fall protection when working at heights.
Ensure installations have correct alignment and weather-tight seals and meet aesthetic, functional, and project requirements.
Inspect panels before and after installation for defects, damage, gaps, misalignment, or other problems; perform quality checks and correct discrepancies.
Assist with maintenance and repairs of installed ACM panels when needed and troubleshoot installation or performance issues.
Work with installers, contractors, and project managers to support smooth progress and meet project schedules.
Maintain job-site cleanliness and keep tools, equipment, and vehicles in good working condition.
Ensure installation practices comply with local building codes, energy efficiency standards, and safety regulations.
Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and clients about safety concerns, project updates, and progress.
Represent the company professionally, maintain teamwork, communicate relevant information in a timely manner, follow company policies and ethical standards, and demonstrate company guiding values.

Benefits

Medical insurance, with an opt-out option that returns $40 to each weekly paycheck
Medical gap insurance to help cover deductibles on medical plans
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic life and AD&D insurance
Basic short-term disability
Voluntary long-term disability
Employee assistance program
401(k)
Employee referral program: the Klover employee receives $1,000 and the referred employee receives $500 if both remain employed past 180 days