Trades Specialist (Sheet Metal)

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University•New York, NY

4d•$50,425 - $65,548•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Facilities Management and Development at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time Trades Specialist (Sheet Metal). Trades Specialists (Sheet Metal) perform journey-level sheet metal work and may supervise others in the repair and manufacture of articles such as steel tables, laboratory equipment, metal cabinets, and air ducts using various types of sheet metal.

Requirements

4-years of full-time experience in the sheet metal trade under a skilled tradesperson which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program; OR an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in sheet metal work at a school, institute, or branch of Armed Services.
When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.

Nice To Haves

Individuals certified eligible for the 55 B/C program under the Governor's Program to Hire Persons/Veterans with Disabilities pursuant to Section 55 B/C of the Civil Service Law will also be considered. To be considered, you must provide a copy of your letter of eligibility with your response.

Responsibilities

Repairs, manufactures and installs a variety of sheet metal ware such as air ducts, cabinets, and laboratory equipment.
Determines the gauge and type metal necessary and dimensions of article to be made, according to specifications, plans, descriptions and instructions.
May requisition material from storehouse.
Marks dimensions and reference lines on metal.
Uses shears, brakes, and bending rolls to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal.
Shapes metals over anvils, blocks, or forms using hammer.
Solders, welds, or rivets metal together to form desired articles.
Smooths seams, joints, and burred surfaces using files, portable grinders, or buffers.
Inspects completed articles for conformance with instructions, plans, or diagrams.