Sheet Metal Worker

Requisition Id 16546 

Overview:

We have an opening for a Sheet Metal Worker. 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. 

Major Duties/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.

Basic (or Required) Qualifications: 

• We require the 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. 
• Physical Requirements: Work will involve various physical requirements and certain working conditions and as such a post offer, pre-hire physical will be required.
• Visa Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 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. 

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.