Sheetmetal Worker

Ysleta Independent School District; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ysleta Independent School District is seeking a skilled sheet metal fabricator and installer to support facility maintenance and installation projects. You will design, fabricate, and install tin and sheet metal components, read blueprints, and coordinate with other trades to ensure code-compliant work.

The role requires high school diploma or GED, 3 years of sheet metal fabrication experience, a valid Texas/New Mexico driver license, and ability to read, write, and speak English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 3 years of sheet metal fabrication experience.
• Texas/New Mexico driver's license and insurability by the district.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Technical training related to sheet metal fabrication preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop sketches and shop calculations to design, fabricate, lay out and install sheet metal.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications; determine materials.
• Size and select ductwork and fittings based on CFM, velocity and static pressure.
• Use tools to cut and form metal; solder, roll, rivet seams; reinforce parts.
• Fabricate ducts, air cooler parts, fascia and related metal items; inspect work.
• Coordinate with other trades for startup/shutdown and project completion.
• Maintain tools and keep the metal shop clean and safe.
• Manage vehicle, inventory, and records; schedule maintenance and keep areas tidy.
• Supervise craft helpers; report to supervisor; follow safety practices.
• Attend work site as required; meet essential functions.
• Make routine decisions under general supervision; participate in professional development.
• Follow safety procedures and support district goals; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

English proficiency

Sheet metal fabrication

Manual dexterity

Job description

Fabricate and install tin and sheet metal as part of facility maintenance and installation projects. Tasks are diverse in nature and require use of individual analysis and judgment. Adhere to federal and state laws, as well as, district policies procedures and regulations.

Essential Functions

• Develop sketches and use shop calculations, as necessary, to design, fabricate, lay out in advance and install sheet metal. Perform preventive and emergency maintenance of sheet metal systems or components; prioritize tasks to allow for problems or emergency situations; refer problems that cannot be solved to immediate supervisor.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, working drawings and specifications; identify required materials according to strength, durability and suitability for the particular job and prepare accurate material requisitions.
• Size and select ductwork and fittings based on cubic feet per minute (CFM), velocity and static pressure requirements.
• Use machine and hand tools to cut and form metal materials to required dimensions; solder, roll, and rivet seams; reinforce parts, if necessary.
• Perform maintenance work and fabrication of equipment such as ducts, air cooler parts and framework, rain gutters and downspouts, roof flashing and fascia, furniture and other metal items; inspect completed work of other employees and contractors for conformance with specifications and building codes.
• Work in coordination with other trades responsible for start-up and shut down of coolers, roofing projects or other maintenance functions that use or rely on fabricated metal components for their successful operation or completion.
• Clean, maintain and service tools and equipment used in the performance of duties and supervise the maintenance of the metal working shop as a clean and safe working environment.
• Be responsible for vehicle, vehicle inventory, materials, tools and record keeping necessary to satisfactorily complete an assigned task; schedule required maintenance and inspections and keep vehicle and work areas clean and orderly.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to craft helper as assigned; cooperate with coworkers and routinely report necessary information to immediate supervisor.
• Follow established safety practices in accordance with district policies.
• Attendance at the work site is required to meet essential functions of the job.

Other Responsibilities

• Make routine decisions under general supervision in accordance with established priorities and policies.
• Participate in professional development activities as required by the district.
• Follow established safety procedures to perform job duties; support district/department goals.
• Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED); Three (3) years of experience in fabrication tin and sheet metal; related technical training preferred. Texas/New Mexico driver's license; must be insurable by the district's auto liability insurance carrier. Subject to district drug and alcohol testing policy and regulation. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent district-wide travel. Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull up to fifty (50) pounds frequently; work under all weather conditions; exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals, and loud noises; be adaptable to work a shift schedule and/or hours other than regularly assigned; extended periods of walking, standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, stooping, heavy lifting and carrying. Work outside and around/on ladders, scaffolding, moving objects, or vehicles. Possible exposure to insects; ability to work with pesticides and herbicides or other potentially hazardous materials in a safe manner. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, around gas lines and fumes, and toxic chemicals, inside and outside.

Required Documents

The following are the required documents that must be submitted in order to be considered for an interview. You may attach the documents to your application or bring them into the YISD Central Office located in 9600 Sims Dr., El Paso, TX 79925.

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas/New Mexico driver license

For more information, please contact the HR Department at 915-434-0428