HVAC Fabrication Assembler

Custom Air Products & Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Air Products & Services, Inc. (CAPS) in Houston is seeking a Fabrication Assembler to fabricate, assemble, and prepare components for custom HVAC equipment.

The role involves sheet‑metal fabrication, measuring, cutting, forming, and finishing to meet quality and safety standards, working independently on routine tasks and collaborating with the production team. You will read work orders and drawings, operate brakes, shears, punches, drills, and rivet guns, and help maintain clean, safe

Qualifications

• 1-3 years fabrication, assembly, sheet metal, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure and use precision measuring tools.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and manufacturing instructions.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, grinders, drills, rivet guns, and related equipment.
• Basic knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders, fabrication drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Measure, mark, cut, drill, grind, and prepare materials for fabrication and assembly.
• Assemble sheet metal components and HVAC equipment using hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment.
• Operate fabrication machinery, including brakes, shears, punches, saws, and related equipment.
• Position, align, and secure parts using rivets, bolts, screws, welds, or other fastening methods.
• Perform basic layout work and verify dimensions to ensure accuracy.
• Load, unload, and move materials, components, and finished products using approved equipment.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, coating, or finishing processes.
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Identify and report defects, material shortages, or process issues to supervisors.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with 5S and safety standards.
• Follow all safety procedures and utilize required PPE.
• Assist in other production areas as needed to support manufacturing objectives.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Reading fabrication drawings

Quality awareness

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Grinders & drills

Rivet guns

Job description

Custom Air Products & Services, Inc. (CAPS) is a Houston-based, full-service HVAC company specializing in the design, fabrication, installation, and servicing of industrial and commercial air conditioning and heating systems. Since 1996, CAPS has built a reputation for delivering high‑quality, custom‑engineered solutions to customers across a wide range of industries.

With a team of skilled professionals and multiple Texas‑based facilities, CAPS provides end‑to‑end capabilities including HVAC manufacturing, mechanical field services, and parts distribution. As part of AirX Climate Solutions, we are committed to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction—creating a team‑oriented environment where employees can grow, contribute, and support essential operations across the industries we serve.

We are currently seeking a Fabrication Assemblerto add to our growing team.

Position Summary & Objective

The Fabrication Assembler is responsible for fabricating, assembling, and preparing components used in the manufacturing of custom HVAC equipment. This position performs a variety of sheet‑metal fabrication and assembly duties, including measuring, cutting, forming, fastening, and finishing components while ensuring all work meets quality, safety, and production standards. The Fabrication Assembler works independently on routine tasks and collaborates with team members to support production schedules and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders, fabrication drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
• Measure, mark, cut, drill, grind, and prepare materials for fabrication and assembly.
• Assemble sheet metal components and HVAC equipment using hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment.
• Operate fabrication machinery, including brakes, shears, punches, saws, and related equipment.
• Position, align, and secure parts using rivets, bolts, screws, welds, or other fastening methods.
• Perform basic layout work and verify dimensions to ensure accuracy.
• Load, unload, and move materials, components, and finished products using approved equipment.
• Prepare surfaces for painting, coating, or finishing processes.
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Identify and report defects, material shortages, or process issues to supervisors.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with 5S and safety standards.
• Follow all safety procedures and utilize required PPE.
• Assist in other production areas as needed to support manufacturing objectives.

Qualifications & Skills

• 1‑3 years of fabrication, assembly, sheet metal, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure and use precision measuring tools.
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and manufacturing instructions.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, grinders, drills, rivet guns, and related equipment.
• Basic knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving abilities.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Work performed in a manufacturing and fabrication environment with exposure to machinery, noise, dust, and metal materials.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely work around fabrication equipment and moving machinery.
• Required use of safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and safety footwear.

To learn more about us, please visit us on our website.

At Custom Air Products & Services, we are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are made without regard to protected status and are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre‑employment background check and drug screening, conducted in accordance with applicable laws.