Sheet Metal Journeyman

TDIndustries•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Sheet Metal Journeyman assembles, installs, and repairs HVAC systems in accordance with specifications and applicable trade and building codes. Systems may include pipes, fittings, air-handling equipment, control boxes, air-conditioning ducts, grease ducts and hoods, ventilators, grilles, louvers, and other sheet-metal products and equipment. The role involves interpreting building plans and engineering drawings, preparing installation areas, fabricating and joining ductwork, and installing or repairing air-conditioning, heating, and ventilation equipment. The journeyman also follows safety protocols, maintains tools and equipment, uses PPE, and helps other trades as needed. TDIndustries is an employee-owned MEP company founded in 1946 that provides building design, construction, service, and facilities maintenance. It serves critical and commercial environments across Texas and the Southwest and describes its culture as focused on employee voice, career growth, training, trust, and servant leadership. The company welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds and bases hiring and development on skill, potential, and integrity.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Trained and qualified to operate machinery such as scissor lifts, aerial lifts, and forklifts.

Nice To Haves

Four or more years as a Sheet Metal Journeyman preferred.
Additional certifications in related fields are a plus.

Responsibilities

Analyze building plans, coordination documents, and engineering drawings to identify tools and installation sequences.
Keep the work area clean and organized, follow safety protocols and 6S principles, maintain personal tools, and use PPE.
Set up and operate soldering and welding equipment to join sheet-metal parts.
Assist plumbers, welders, sheet-metal workers, and HVAC workers as needed.
Inspect structures and hanger details for obstructions and to avoid weakening structures during ductwork installation.
Locate and mark ductwork positions, connections, and wall or floor passage holes using rulers, levels, and lasers.
Cut wall and floor openings for duct runs using hand and power tools.
Assemble and install ducts, fittings, and hangers made from metals and nonmetals using hand and power tools.
Join ducts and fittings using screws, bolts, S and drives, flanges, solder, solvents, caulking, and weld joints.
Smooth seams, joints, and burred surfaces using files, portable grinders, and electric duct hammers.
Set up equipment to fill duct systems with air or smoke to check for leaks.
Install and repair air-conditioning equipment, including air handlers, VAV boxes, fans, fan housings, and related heating and ventilation equipment.
Temporarily seal duct ends and protect equipment.