Sheet Metal Mechanic

IMIA, LLC; Cornholme; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

401(k) Plan

Job summary

A marine services company in the UK is seeking a Sheet Metal Mechanic responsible for the installation and repair of shipboard sheet metal products. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and six years of related experience, including three years in a maritime environment. Knowledge of safety practices and the ability to interpret blueprints are essential. The role also involves travelling for work and adhering to strict safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Six years of related experience, including three years onboard naval ships.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools essential.

Responsibilities

• Utilize and interpret blueprints for installations.
• Measure, mark, and lay-out material.
• Weld structural steel and stainless steel members as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent math skills

Ability to follow instructions

Safety awareness

Education

High school graduate or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Title

Sheet Metal Mechanic

Summary

Responsible for rip‑out, layout, repair, and installation of shipboard sheet metal products and parts, including fit‑up and installation of overhead ceilings, joiner benches, joiner doors, water closet doors, workbenches, deck grating, lockers, stowages, angle‑bar stiffeners, T‑bar supports, and deck plating.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Utilize and interpret blueprints for the installation of various sheet‑metal products.
• Measure, mark dimensions and lay‑out material to be installed using tools such as scribes, rulers, tape measures, and squares.
• Drill, fasten, and install sheet metal parts in accordance with drawing specifications.
• Weld structural steel and stainless steel members in support of various sheet metal installations.
• Perform basic arithmetic: add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, company policies, and procedures; ensure safety is a priority during all activities, including the use of tools and installation of all sheet‑metal parts.
• Perform other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Attentive to detail and alert to ensure safety.
• Ability to receive and follow instructions and communicate with co‑workers.
• Ability to read labels, safety warnings, and guidelines.
• Able to lift materials and tools up to 50 lbs.
• Excellent math skills.

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or GED.
• Six (6) years of related experience, including three (3) years in a maritime environment onboard naval ships installing habitability spaces such as berthing equipment, false ceilings, deck grating, joiner benches, and joiner doors.
• Experience using hand and power tools, including drills, air rivet guns, angle grinders, and saws.

Working Conditions

• Work performed within a shipyard, with minimal exposure to extreme temperatures, high noise levels, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, airborne particles, outdoor weather conditions, dusty conditions, wet and/or humid conditions, and hazardous machinery.
• Work performed onboard naval ships; some travel required.

Reasonable Accommodations

• May be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Benefits

IMIA, LLC offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees, including the following:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Long‑Term Disability
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• 401(k)

Employees and their household members are also eligible to participate in the company’s Employee Assistance Program. Per diem or dislocation allowance may be provided to reimburse lodging, meals, and incidental expenses incurred while traveling out of town for work.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

IMIA, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, age, sex, disability status, marital status, status as a covered veteran, genetics, or any other protected groups under state, federal or local Equal Opportunity Laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.