Sheet Metal Fabricator I

Odonnellmetalfab; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

On-the-job training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

O'Donnell Metal Fabricators in Norristown, PA is hiring a Level 1 Sheet Metal Fabricator (Apprentice). You’ll learn layout, welding, machinery, and shop processes in a full-time, entry-level role with a clear pathway to higher levels.

We train you from the ground up; if you’re reliable, eager to grow, and willing to put in the work, this is your chance to build a real trade with a small, skilled team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or admitted.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a skilled trade.
• Mechanical aptitude and solid work ethic are essential.
• Prior manufacturing/shop experience is a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior fabricators and learn core shop functions
• Train on equipment: press brake, shear, layout tools
• Support welding setup, cutting, and material handling
• Read basic work orders and learn from experienced tradespeople

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Strong work ethic

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Press brake

Shear

Layout tools

Job description

We're Hiring: Sheet Metal Fabricator – Level 1 (Apprentice)

Location: Norristown, PA | Pay: $21–$25/hour | Full-Time | Entry-Level

Company Overview:

At O'Donnell Metal Fabricators, we’re more than a job shop—we’re a small team of problem-solvers who take pride in precision, quality, and craftsmanship. With fewer than 20 employees, we run lean, fast, and focused. Everyone here counts, and no one’s work goes unnoticed.

We don’t do red tape. We don’t punch clocks. We build real things with real value—and we invest in people who want to grow.

Position Summary:

We’re hiring a Level 1 Sheet Metal Fabricator (Apprentice) who’s eager to learn a skilled trade. Whether you’ve worked with tools before or are just starting out, we’ll train you in layout, welding, machinery, and shop processes. This is a full-time, entry-level position with a clear pathway to higher-level roles.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist senior fabricators and learn core shop functions

• Train on equipment: press brake, shear, layout tools

• Support welding setup, cutting, and material handling

• Read basic work orders and learn from experienced tradespeople

What You Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid driver’s license

• Willingness to learn and grow

• Mechanical aptitude and solid work ethic

• Prior manufacturing/shop experience is a plus, not required

Compensation & Benefits:

• $21–$25/hour based on experience

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

• Health Insurance and Retirement Benefits

• On-the-job training and advancement opportunities

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

This position operates in a fabrication shop environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving machinery, metalworking tools, airborne particles, heat, and noise associated with fabrication equipment. Proper PPE (personal protective equipment) is provided and required.

Expect to:

• Stand, walk, and bend for extended periods

• Lift and handle materials up to 50 lbs

• Use hand/power tools and operate shop equipment

• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE at all times

Prove You're Built for This

If you’re ready to stop watching from the sidelines and start building a real trade—this is your shot. We’ll give you the tools, the training, and the pathway. You bring the hunger, the focus, and the hustle.

We Don’t Care Where You Started—Only Where You’re Going

O'Donnell Metal Fabricators is an equal opportunity employer. We don’t hire based on your resume—we hire based on your mindset. If you’re reliable, driven, and ready to put in the work, you’ll fit in here. Everyone earns their spot. No shortcuts. No exceptions.