Sheetmetal Apprentice

Polk Mechanical Company; Grand Prairie, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Health insurance

401(k) Plan

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

Polk Mechanical Company in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a Sheetmetal Mechanic to fabricate, install and repair sheet metal products. The role involves installing duct work and air moving equipment on job sites according to blueprints and specs, with emphasis on accuracy and safety.

Candidate should have at least one year of sheet metal experience in commercial settings and be capable of reading drawings. OSHA-10 certification is required or provided upon hire.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with sheetmetal work in the mechanical/HVAC industry.
• Understand basic math.
• Work skillfully with tools, metals, and machines.
• Have one year of sheetmetal experience in the commercial industry.
• Visualize three-dimensional objects from drawings, sketches, or blueprints.
• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy.
• Perform a variety of duties which may change often; and rate information using measurable standards.
• OSHA-10 certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate fabricating machines, such as shears, brakes, bending rolls, and punch and drill presses to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal.
• Use spot welders, hand-held power tools, air hammers and hand tools to assemble duct work and other sheet metal assemblies.
• Install duct work and sheet metal assemblies on work site according to blue prints and specifications using hand tools and portable power tools.
• Install air moving equipment, such as air handlers, heat pumps, exhaust fans, and unit heaters.
• Inspect and test installations for conformance with the project requirements.

Skills

Sheet metal experience

Math basics

Tool handling

Duct installation

Blueprint reading

Tools

Sheet metal tools

Spot welders

Hand tools

Job description

Main Office
2425 Dillard Street
Grand Prairie, TX 75051, USA

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Polk Mechanical is looking for the best and brightest in the DFW market to join our high performing team. As a result of our unparalleled customer service and unique offerings our business is experiencing impressive growth and with growth comes great opportunity for those with the ambition to accomplish great things. A career at Polk is not just a job but an opportunity to join a family of people who care about each other and care about their customers. It's no wonder our business and our team are growing.

The Sheetmetal Mechanic will fabricate, assemble, install and repair sheet metal products and equipment, such as ductwork, plenums, air devices, louvers and air moving equipment.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Set up and operate fabricating machines, such as shears, brakes, bending rolls, and punch and drill presses to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal
• Use spot welders, hand-held power tools, air hammers and hand tools to assemble duct work and other sheet metal assemblies
• Install duct work and sheet metal assemblies on work site according to blue prints and specifications using hand tools and portable power tools
• Install air moving equipment, such as air handlers, heat pumps, exhaust fans, and unit heaters
• Inspect and test installations for conformance with the project requirements

Qualifications

• Prior experience with sheetmetal work in the mechanical/HVAC industry
• Understand basic math
• Work skillfully with tools, metals, and machines
• Have one year of sheetmetal experience in the commercial industry
• Visualize three-dimensional objects from drawings, sketches, or blueprints
• Work within precise limits and standards of accuracy
• Perform a variety of duties which may change often; and rate information using measurable standards

*OSHA-10 certification is required. If you currently do not possess an OSHA-10, we will give you the opportunity to take the course prior to your employment.*

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE

At Polk Mechanical, you're more than an employee, you're part of Polk Nation. We invest in your success, celebrate your strengths, and provide opportunities to develop your career in meaningful ways. You'll work alongside passionate professionals who believe in teamwork, integrity, and building something extraordinary together.

BENEFITS

• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• 100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employees
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching
• 100% Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.