METAL BUILDING ERECTOR

JAC METAL SERVICE INC; United States; Remote; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA

Per diem for travel

Paid sick time

Paid vacation after one year

Job summary

JAC METAL SERVICE INC seeks a Metal Building Erector to fabricate, assemble, and install metal structures for nationwide projects. This role requires reading blueprints, precise sheet metal work, and the ability to travel extensively across the United States.

You will operate heavy equipment and follow safety procedures while collaborating with crew members. This is a full-time, hourly position with competitive pay and potential for advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Apprenticeship or 3 years of related in-company training is required.
• Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consults blueprints, orders, and schematics to construct structures safely.
• Selects materials based on strength and project specs.
• Cuts, bends, and shapes sheet metal to required dimensions.
• Measures, cuts and welds pieces per specs and blueprints.
• Operates heavy equipment safely and maintains records for projects.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Sheet metal work

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Communication

Spanish preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Apprenticeship or 3 years training

Certification preferred

Tools

Machinery operation

Welding equipment

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Savings bank
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Metal Building Erector

Location: Nationwide travel; recruiting in Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, Orange County, Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, Jacksonville, Miami, and Tampa

Position Type: Full-time, hourly

Pay: $17.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Schedule: Full-time; varies by project. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., based on the project’s local time zone. Some weekend work may be required.

Travel Requirement: Up to 100% nationwide travel, with assignments away from home lasting several weeks or months at a time.

Our Values & Culture

We are a faith-driven company guided by principles of integrity, stewardship, teamwork, and service. We believe in doing quality work the right way—treating our customers, partners, and coworkers with respect, accountability, and care. Safety is central to everything we do. In this role, you will contribute to a strong safety culture by following established procedures, communicating clearly with the crew, using equipment responsibly, and helping ensure each project is completed safely and with quality workmanship.

Job Summary

The Metal Building Erector fabricates, assembles, and installs metal structures and related equipment for facility maintenance and installation projects. This role requires accuracy, safe work practices, teamwork, and the flexibility to travel nationwide for extended project assignments.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Consults blueprints, work orders, and/or schematics to safely construct specified structures; develops additional sketches if needed.
• Selects appropriate materials for each job based on the required strength and project specifications.
• Cuts, bends, and shapes sheet metal to required dimensions.
• Measures, cuts, and welds pieces together according to specifications, blueprints, or directions.
• Connects pieces or secures seams by riveting, rolling, soldering, or using steel screws.
• Uses appropriate machinery, tools, and software applications to complete assigned jobs.
• Develops and maintains accurate records for projects and repairs.
• Operates heavy equipment in a safe and proper manner.
• Follows all company safety procedures and properly uses required personal protective equipment.
• Maintains a clean and orderly workspace.
• Works cooperatively with crew members and communicates project needs or safety concerns promptly.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Travels up to 100% throughout the United States and may remain on assignment for several weeks or months at a time.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to complete sheet metal projects with accuracy and precision.
• Ability to safely use machinery and tools involved in sheet metal work.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions and work effectively as part of a crew.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics and apply them to project assignments.
• Ability to work safely at heights and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Reliable attendance and ability to report to assigned project locations on time.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to speak Spanish preferred.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of an apprenticeship or three years of related in-company training required.
• Certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of lifting, reaching, climbing, standing, bending, and working on scaffolding or overhead structures.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and at elevated heights while using required fall-protection equipment.
• Up to 100% nationwide travel is required.
• Must be able to pass a drug test.

Work Hours

• Schedule varies by project. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., based on the project’s local time zone. Some weekend work may be required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, subject to eligibility requirements
• Health Savings Account (HSA), where eligible
• Per diem for qualifying travel assignments
• Paid sick time
• Paid vacation after one year of employment
• Training and development opportunities

Classification

• Hourly position; overtime eligibility will be administered in accordance with applicable law.

This is a remote position.