Sheet Metal Worker - Facilities & Services

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign•Urbana, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 4273 - Sheet Metal Worker position within Facilities & Services, responsible for the fabrication, installation, service, and repair of interior and exterior sheet metal components. This includes HVAC systems, fume hoods, exhaust systems, gutters, and food service systems. The role involves working with various types of sheet metal and requires a high degree of skill, professionalism, and adherence to safety standards. The position is appointed on a 12-month basis and requires availability for callback assignments during off-hours for emergency work.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
A current/valid journeymen card through the Sheet, Metal, Air, Rail,and Transportation International Association Union (SMART) OR (4) years(48 months) of work experience as a sheet metal worker.
Possession of a valid State of Illinois driver’s license at time of hire and maintained throughout employment.
A working knowledge of air conditioning, ventilation, exhaust, and kitchen equipment systems.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, etc.
Thorough knowledge of OSHA safety regulations and safe and proper use of tools and equipment.
Possess journeyman-level skills in sheet metal work.
Ability to take directions to complete assigned work.
Ability to read and interpret drawings, sketches, and blueprints.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of all sheet metal work and University Building Standards.
Ability to communicate, and possess sufficient knowledge of trade to assist and train apprentices.

Nice To Haves

Air Balance Certification.

Responsibilities

Installs, maintains, and repairs air conditioning and ventilation systems (ductwork, air balancing, etc.)
Fabricates, maintains, repairs, and installs guttering, cornice work, and metal decks.
Reads blueprints and takes measurements.
Installation, repair, and replacement of metal roofs.
Performs sheet metal layout work (plans, measures, draws, forms up, etc.).
Welds sheet metal (acetylene, mig, tig, and straight arc).
Installs, repair, and replacement of metal lockers.
Installation, repair, and replacement of metal shelving.
Installation, repair, and replacement of metal toilet partitions.
Installation, service/repair, and replacement of furnaces.
Is responsible for tools, equipment and materials assigned to employee.
Employee to be available through callback assignment to respond to emergency work during off normal working hours to handle problems relating to the building HVAC needs.
Installation, repair, and replacement of bearings and sheaves.
Assists and trains apprentices.
Performs other duties as required or assigned.