Sheet Metal Apprentice

YESCO•Saint George, UT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, this role fabricates high quality sheet metal signs effectively and efficiently. The apprentice will be responsible for using and programming cutting and welding equipment to cut and weld metals and other materials to create parts for sign assembly.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One to six years of demonstrated experience in welding, power tool operation, or related areas.
Acceptance or enrollment in the YESCO or other authorized apprenticeship program.
Must possess 3G Welding certificate.
Ability to read, interpret and apply specification documents, government coding document information, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to apply geometric and algebraic mathematical calculations.
Ability to move materials, equipment, cutting and completed projects.
Ability to effectively communicate.
Stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and balance.
Must be able to occasionally move objects in excess of 75 lbs.
Specific vision abilities include: clarity of vision at 20 inches or less; and ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus.

Responsibilities

Reviews plans and diagrams to ensure accuracy of cutting of materials to create sign parts.
Plans, prepares and uses materials to be cut in a manner to keep waste to a minimum.
Cuts materials consistent with specifications of job order.
Operates metal cutting equipment to accurately cut materials to job specifications.
Operates welding equipment to weld sign parts together.
Implements and maintains quality control and safety during material handling, cutting, and welding.
Sands, polishes, and cleans cut materials.
Lays out materials to be used for skinning/covering sign structures.
Bends and shapes sign parts according to job specifications.
Performs pre-painting and wiring preparation by cleaning and labeling of parts.
Touches up paint and performs detail of signs.
Performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs to sheet metal department equipment.
Performs duties to ensure department meets expectations and deadlines.
Monitors parts and materials inventory.
Moves materials and cut parts around the YESCO facility.
Assists other sheet metal employees.
Racks and pallets materials for shipping.
Keeps shop area clean and free from debris to maintain a safe working environment.
Performs other functions as necessary or as assigned.