Sheet Metal Mechanic Apprentice

Odonnellmetalfab; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team as Entry-Level Sheet Metal Mechanics. This hands-on role offers the chance to learn from skilled professionals while installing essential ventilation systems in commercial kitchens. With a focus on teamwork and personal growth, you’ll gain valuable skills in a supportive environment. The company values dependability and a strong work ethic, providing real training and a clear path to advancement. If you're ready to kickstart your career in a dynamic field, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Real training and advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Dependable and coachable individuals who finish what they start.
• Interest in learning trades with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Install ventilation hoods, ductwork, and fans in the field.
• Learn to use tools and support the team with various tasks.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Grit and follow-through

Interest in HVAC, welding, or construction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Basic fabrication equipment

Job description

We're Hiring: Entry-Level Sheet Metal Mechanic – Build Something That Lasts

Location: Norristown, PA (Field Based Role) | Pay Range: $15–$20/hour | Full-Time

Company Overview:

At Commercial Kitchen Ventilation, we’re not just bolting up ductwork — we’re building high-performance ventilation systems that keep restaurants, schools, and hospitals safe. We’re a small, focused crew of doers, problem-solvers, and tradespeople who take real pride in clean installs and doing things right.

We don’t waste time. We don’t babysit. We run lean, move fast, and expect every team member to carry weight and bring value. If you’re dependable, mechanically inclined, and want more than a dead-end job, we’ll train you to be a skilled tradesman. But you’ve got to earn it.

Position Summary:

We’re hiring an Entry-Level Sheet Metal Mechanic to join our install team. No experience? Good. We’ll teach you. You’ll work in the field under skilled installers and foremen, learning how to build commercial kitchen exhaust systems from the ground up. That means hoods, duct, fans, and rooftop gear — real installs, not busywork.

This is a chance to get in, get your hands dirty, and start building a career with momentum.

What You’ll Do:

• Install ventilation hoods, ductwork, fans, and curb systems

• Learn to use hand tools, power tools, and basic fabrication equipment

• Work on ladders, rooftops, and lifts — safely and efficiently

• Support the team with loading, layout, cleanup, and prep

• Show up, ask questions, follow instructions, and improve every day

• Learn how pros operate — from code to communication
  

What You’ll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid driver’s license (non-negotiable)

• Grit and follow-through — we want people who finish what they start

• Physically ready to lift, climb, and stay on your feet

• Interest in learning trades like HVAC, welding, or construction

• No experience needed — but attitude is everything
  

Pay & Benefits:

• Starting Pay: $15.00 – $20.00/hour (based on work ethic and ability to learn)

• Health Insurance and Retirement Plan

• Paid holidays and PTO

• Real training and a path to advancement (fast, if you earn it)

• Small team, high trust, zero fluff
  

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

This is field work. You’ll lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, work in heat or tight spaces, and stay moving. You’ll use hand and power tools and be expected to work smart, safe, and hard — every day.

This Is Where A Career Starts — If You’ve Got What It Takes.

We don’t want time-clock punchers. We want A-players who take pride in progress, craftsmanship, and team wins. If you’re dependable, coachable, and ready to work — apply now.

Commercial Kitchen Ventilation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire for mindset and drive, not just experience. Veterans and career changers welcome.