Sheet Metal Worker

Oak Ridge National Laboratory•Oak Ridge, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

In this role you will, under limited supervision, fabricate, install and repair products that aid in the facility maintenance or research operations of the laboratory.

Requirements

Completion of an apprenticeship program for Sheet Metal Workers and 5 years of experience in the sheet metal field, or an equivalent combination of formal training and work experience.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a formal training program and industrial experience.
Experience using laser cutting machinery.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses and maintenance.
Good mechanical, mathematical and reading skills.
General computer skills.
Ability to perform basic trade skills related to the use of tools and creation of material lists.
Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to choose the most appropriate action.
Ability to give attention to detail and thoroughly complete work tasks.

Responsibilities

Design, sketch, read and interpret templates, blueprints, drawings, sketches and verbal instructions
Determine project requirements, such as scope, assembly sequences, required methods or materials
Lay out, measure, and mark dimensions and reference lines on material
Fabricate, install and maintain heating, ventilation and air-conditioning duct systems as well as roofs, siding, rain gutters, downspouts, exhaust equipment, hoods, outdoor signs, machine guards and many other products made from various sheet metals
Trim, file, grind, deburr, buff or smooth surfaces, seams, or joints of assembled parts, using hand tools or portable power tools
Fasten seams or joints together with welds, bolts, cement, rivets, solder, caulks, metal drive clips or bonds to assemble components into products or to repair sheet metal items
Operate shop equipment to roll, bend, shear and punch metals
Coordinate with peers, Facility Managers, Supervisors and Engineers to complete jobs
Work with Welders and other crafts to carry-out assignments
Abiding by the principles of Safe Conduct of Research including being personally responsible for ensuring safe operations by raising safety concerns, using a questioning attitude, considering hazards for every task, and never stop learning.
Other work as assigned by management
Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.