Sheet Metal Youth Apprentice

Muza Sheet Metal•Windsor, WI

About The Position

The Sheet Metal Youth Apprentice role is for high school juniors and seniors interested in a career in the trades. Students work part-time while attending school full-time. In partnership with CESA6, the program provides entry-level experience in the student's desired field while earning wages and school credits. The role primarily provides service in a general manufacturing environment. During school breaks, if working full-time, the apprentice may work on construction sites. This description outlines principal functions and may change based on business necessity.

Requirements

Be an active high school student pursuing a high school diploma.
Have a valid driver’s license or reliable transportation to and from work.
Work safely, especially when using machinery and tools involved in sheet metal work.
Focus and pay close attention to detail.
Have reading skills sufficient to accurately read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines.
Possess the physical and mental aptitudes and capabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Demonstrate a strong work ethic and attendance at all shifts and trainings.
Be able to learn, problem-solve, independently assess situations, and respond appropriately and safely to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
Be able to communicate, understand, give or follow written, verbal, or demonstrated instructions, write information, and request assistance.
Communicate effectively with internal and external consumers of services and people of varied backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with power tools and machinery.

Responsibilities

Assist Sheet Metal Apprentices and Journeymen with daily duties in the shop or on jobsites.
Use hand tools and power tools effectively.
Consult blueprints, work orders, and schematics to safely construct specified structures, and develop additional sketches if needed.
Select materials appropriate to each job based on required or desired strength.
Cut, bend, and shape sheet metal to required dimensions.
Measure, cut, and weld pieces according to specifications, blueprints, or directions.
Connect pieces or secure seams by riveting, rolling, soldering, or using steel screws.
Perform assigned work such as punching holes for screws or bending gutters.
Use appropriate machinery and software applications to complete assigned jobs.
Follow coordinated or required equipment shutdowns and startups with other departments after sheet metal installation.
Develop and maintain project records.
Maintain a clean and orderly workspace.
Perform specialized tasks that may require on-the-job training.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Promote and encourage the organization’s Mission, Vision, Values, and philosophy.
Attend work, trainings, continuing education, and meetings as scheduled.
Accept additional work assignments as needed.
Learn and observe company procedures and policies.
Maintain a positive and respectful attitude; cooperate with the supervisor in evaluating and improving performance; and work cooperatively with team members.
Exercise good judgment, make decisions, and prioritize safety while performing job duties.
Bring actual or potential violations of standards, policies, or procedures to Management or Human Resources.