Lead Sheet Metal Fabricator

HVAC Precision Service, Inc; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement plan option

Job summary

HVAC Precision Service, Inc. in Gaithersburg, MD, is seeking a Lead Sheet Metal Fabricator to oversee shop fabrication, ensure quality, and support field teams. The role requires 5+ years in sheet metal fabrication, strong SMACNA knowledge, and proficiency with brakes, shears, plasma tables, and hand tools.

You will manage a small shop crew and coordinate with project managers to meet schedules. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this hands-on leadership position in a growing HVAC

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sheet metal fabrication experience.
• Strong knowledge of SMACNA standards and fabrication best practices.
• Proficiency with brakes, shears, plasma tables, and hand tools.
• Excellent layout and measurement skills.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in a shop environment.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Run the sheet metal shop and oversee fabrication.
• Fabricate rectangular and specialty ductwork.
• Handle layout, measuring, and quality control.
• Manage workflow, material orders, and shop organization.
• Coordinate with project managers and field foremen to meet production schedules.
• Prepare and coordinate daily deliveries.
• Track materials, inventory, and fabrication requirements.
• Receive and track material orders and deliveries.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

Layout and measurement

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Brakes

Shears

Plasma tables

Hand tools

Job description

Location: Gaithersburg MD Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

We are a well-established HVAC contractor specializing in commercial HVAC work. We take pride in high-quality fabrication, precise installation, and a team-first culture.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Sheet Metal Fabricator to take over and oversee shop fabrication operations, ensure quality control, and support field teams with accurate, timely production. This role is for a fabricator who can lay out and fabricate ductwork and oversee a small shop crew.

Key Responsibilities

• Run the sheet metal shop and oversee all fabrication
• Fabricate rectangular and specialty ductwork
• Handle layout, measuring, and quality control
• Manage workflow, material orders, and shop organization
• Maintain equipment, tools, and shop safety standards
• Coordinate with project managers and field foremen to meet production schedules
• Prepare and coordinate daily deliveries
• Track materials, inventory, and job-specific fabrication requirements
• Receive and track material orders and deliveries

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sheet metal fabrication experience
• Strong knowledge of SMACNA standards and fabrication best practices
• Proficiency with brakes, shears, plasma tables, and hand tools
• Strong layout and measurement skills
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in a shop environment
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan option