Sheet Metal Journeyman

McKenney's Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

McKenney's Inc. is seeking a skilled Sheet Metal Journeyman to fabricate, install, and maintain duct systems, while leading project tasks and mentoring apprentices.

The role requires technical expertise and leadership to drive project success and compliance with SMACNA standards within our Charlotte area operations.

Bring strong blueprint reading and CAD interpretation skills, with OSHA 30 familiarity and a commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• OSHA 30 certification verified and records reviewed.
• Apprenticeship records evaluated and baseline competencies established.
• CAD proficiency assessed using company standards.
• SMACNA-based specifications interpretation required.

Responsibilities

• Lead or co-lead ductwork installation projects.
• Mentor an apprentice on project tasks.
• Interpret SMACNA specifications and execute accordingly.
• Manage project from bid through completion.
• Demonstrate proficiency in two specialized techniques (e.g., welding, brazing).
• Maintain schedule and budget targets.

Skills

Sheet metal fabrication

CAD interpretation

Blueprint reading

SMACNA compliance

HVAC system knowledge

Measurement & tolerancing

Job description

Job Summary:

The Sheet Metal Journeyman is a skilled trade professional responsible for the fabrication, installation, and maintenance of sheet metal components and ductwork systems. This role requires both technical expertise and leadership capability to manage projects efficiently and mentor apprentices.

Objectives

• Verify all required certifications and credentials
• Assess current skill level against SMACNA standards
• Establish baseline competencies

Responsibilities

• Review and validate OSHA 30 certification, apprenticeship records, and experience documentation
• Administer blueprint reading assessment
• CAD proficiency evaluation
• Introduction to McKenney's project management systems and safety protocols

• Lead or co-lead a ductwork installation project
• Mentor an apprentice on 1 project task
• Successfully interpret and execute SMACNA-compliant specifications
• Independently manage a project from bid through completion
• Demonstrate proficiency in 2 specialized techniques (welding, brazing, med-gas, etc.)
• Show consistent adherence to schedule and budget targets

Preferred Skills

• Sheet metal fabrication and installation
• Blueprint reading and CAD interpretation
• SMACNA standard compliance
• HVAC systems knowledge
• Measurement and precision tolerancing
• Quality inspection and testing

Moving Safety Forward, our initiative for continuous improvements in our safety culture, reminds us that we are on a journey toward a zero-incident culture. In all we do, we must work to build a partnership with our employees, customers and business associates that empowers them all with the ability to do their jobs safely.

McKenney's is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or gender identity. McKenney's is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.