Sheet Metal Fabrication Technician

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 108,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan’s Facilities Operations - Fabrication Shops is seeking a skilled trades professional to design, lay out, form, fabricate, install and repair sheet metal structures and related components. You will read blueprints, select materials, operate hand and power tools, and work safely from ladders or scaffolding while maintaining a clean, organized work area.

This onsite role involves coordinating with the team to meet project needs and perform repairs and installations.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED is necessary, with specialized training in sheet metal forming helpful.
• Experience via apprenticeship, trade school, or community college preferred.
• Experience in lay out, forming and fabrication of sheet metal structures required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches and diagrams is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and lay out the structure to be fabricated.
• Cut and form fiberglass or sheet metal using manual and power tools.
• Assemble, install and repair structures and ducts with various devices.
• Read blueprints, maintain safety and cleanliness in the work area.
• Prepare records and service reports of materials and time expended.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Hand & power tools

Safety awareness

Ladder/scaffolding work

Mathematics knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Apprenticeship or trade school

Tools

Soldering equipment

Riveting equipment

Power drills

Measuring and fabrication tools

Job description

The University of Michigan’s Facilities Operations - Fabrication Shops is seeking a skilled trades professional to design, lay out, form, fabricate, install and repair sheet metal structures and related components. You will read blueprints, select materials, operate hand and power tools, and work safely from ladders or scaffolding while maintaining a clean, organized work area.

This onsite role involves coordinating with the team to meet project needs and perform repairs and installations.