Sheetmetal Shopman

YESCO•Salt Lake, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, this role fabricates high-quality sheet metal signs effectively and efficiently using cutting and welding equipment. The Shopman cuts metals and other materials and welds them to create parts for sign assembly. This position requires the ability to read plans and diagrams, operate metal cutting and welding equipment, and perform various fabrication tasks. The role also involves implementing quality control and safety measures, performing preventative maintenance, and potentially training apprentices. Marginal duties include inventory monitoring, material handling, and maintaining a clean work environment.

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 communicate effectively.
Stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and balance.
Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
Ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus.

Nice To Haves

Any combination of education, experience, and training which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities.

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, grinds, polishes, and cleans cut materials.
Layout materials to be used for skinning/covering sign structure.
Bends and shapes sign parts by hand or by using brakes according to job specifications.
Drills, rivets, screws, or glues sign parts together.
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.
Trains sheet metal helpers and apprentices according to YESCO apprenticeship requirements.
Monitors parts and materials inventory.
Moves materials and cut parts around the YESCO facility.
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.