Sheet Metal Apprentice

Comfort Systems USA Southeast•Crestview, FL

About The Position

As a Sheet Metal Apprentice, you work with the mechanical construction team to fabricate, assemble, and install mechanical systems on various commercial and industrial construction sites. The role assists with HVAC material installation and sheet metal fabrication, including working with ductwork, air devices, dampers, and air-moving equipment. It also involves using hand and power tools, installing hangers and duct connections, working at various heights, and completing other related duties or assigned projects. Candidates should have at least one year of HVAC or mechanical trade experience preferred, a current and valid apprentice license in the applicable state, basic hand-tool and measurement skills, and a willingness to learn to read blueprints and shop drawings. The position requires basic math and mechanical aptitude, English language skills, a cooperative and teachable attitude, punctual attendance, and the ability to travel for projects as needed. Overtime may be required. Candidates must be able to pass a full background screening, MVR, and drug screening, and meet the physical requirements of the role. Starting wages are $18.00+ per hour, based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage; paid holidays and vacation; a 401(k) plan; training and development programs; employee discount programs; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; short-term disability; and vehicle discount purchase programs.

Requirements

One or more years of experience working with the HVAC or mechanical trade preferred.
Current and valid apprentice license in the applicable state.
Willingness to learn to read blueprints and shop drawings.
Knowledge of basic hand tools and ability to read a tape measure.
OSHA 10 certification preferred; the company will provide it if needed.
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division for routine measurements and calculations, and ability to work with fractions, percentages, and decimals.
Positive, cooperative, and teachable attitude; initiative and self-motivation.
Basic mechanical aptitude and English language skills.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Regular and punctual attendance; ability to work overtime if needed.
Ability to stand, squat, bend, stoop, climb ladders, and comfortably lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to pass a full background screening, MVR, and drug screening.
Ability to travel as needed for projects.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience working with the HVAC or mechanical trade.
OSHA 10 certification.
High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

Assist with installing HVAC materials, including round pipe or spiral duct, flex duct, motorized dampers, air devices, louvers, and air-moving equipment.
Assist with fabricating or altering materials using shears, hammers, punches, snips, drills, brakes, bending rollers, and other handheld and power tools.
Install support hangers and make duct connections using clips, drives, nuts, bolts, TDC tape, sealer, and sheet metal screws.
Assist with drilling and punching holes in metal for screws, bolts, and rivets.
Install spin-in, peel-and-stick, or airtight duct tape and connect to branch duct.
Work from ladders, man lifts, and other equipment at various heights.
Perform other related duties or special projects as assigned.
Comply with and promote the company Safety Policy.