Building Sheet Metal Worker/Metal Siding Tradesman

Join to apply for the Building Sheet Metal Worker/Metal Siding Tradesman role at VELTRI STEEL L.L.C. Base pay range $25.00/hr - $38.00/hr Veltri Steel, LLC., located in Taylor, TX, is seeking a skilled Sheet Metal Worker/Metal Siding Tradesman to join our team. This full-time role focuses on hands-on sheet metal fabrication, installation, and repair for industrial systems and commercial construction projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of extensive experience in fabricating complex, high-tolerance components, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring high-quality project completion. The role emphasizes craftsmanship, precision, and safety in a dynamic industrial and construction environment. Responsibilities Material Preparation and Handling: Measure, cut, and fabricate sheet metal siding and insulated metal wall panels to precise specifications using tools like shears, brakes, and panel-cutting equipment. Inspect and verify materials (e.g., metal sheets, insulated panels, trim, and fasteners) for quality and compliance with project requirements. Organize and stage materials on-site to ensure efficient workflow and minimize damage. Installation Of Siding And Panels: Install sheet metal siding and insulated metal wall panels on buildings, ensuring proper alignment, levelness, and attachment to structural frameworks. Secure panels using appropriate fasteners (e.g., self-tapping screws, clips) while maintaining weather-tight seals and thermal performance. Install flashing, trim, and corner pieces to complete the building envelope, ensuring aesthetic and functional integration. Align and fasten panels to meet wind load, structural, and insulation requirements. Structural And Envelope Integration: Coordinate with other trades to ensure proper integration of siding and panels with the building’s structural components, such as steel frames, girts, and purlins. Install vapor barriers, insulation layers, and sealants to enhance the building envelopes’ energy efficiency and weather resistance. Ensure proper drainage and waterproofing details, such as drip edges and gutters, are incorporated during installation. Tool And Equipment Operation: Operate hand tools (e.g., snips, crimpers, drills) and power tools (e.g., screw guns, nibblers, metal shears) safely and efficiently. Use lifting equipment, such as cranes, hoists, or scissor lifts, to position large panels or heavy materials at height. Maintain and inspect tools and equipment to ensure safe operation and prevent downtime. Blueprint And Specification Adherence: Read and interpret architectural and shop drawings, specifications, and installation manuals to ensure compliance with design and engineering requirements. Verify measurements and panel layouts on-site to match project plans, adjusting as needed for field conditions. Identify and report discrepancies between plans and site conditions to supervisors or project managers. Safety And Compliance: Follow OSHA and site-specific safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) like harnesses, gloves, and hard hats. Participate in safety training for working at heights, handling sharp materials, and operating heavy equipment. Ensure installations meet building codes, manufacturer guidelines, and industry standards (e.g., AISI, MBMA). Quality Control And Finishing: Inspect completed installations for alignment, secure fastening, and weather-tightness, correcting any defects or misalignments. Clean and touch up panels to remove smudges, scratches, or debris, ensuring a professional appearance. Perform field repairs or modifications to panels or siding as needed to address damage or design changes. Team Collaboration And Communication: Work closely with other craft laborers, foremen, and project managers to coordinate tasks and meet project deadlines. Communicate progress, challenges, or material needs to supervisors to maintain workflow efficiency. Assist in training or mentoring less experienced crew members on proper installation techniques. Site Maintenance And Cleanup: Keep work areas clean and free of debris to maintain a safe and organized job site. Properly dispose of or recycle scrap metal, packaging, and other waste materials. Secure tools, equipment, and materials at the end of shifts to prevent theft or damage. Additional Considerations For Hiring: Skills and Qualifications, Physical Requirements, Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, Regular attendance per Veltri Steel, LLC's employment practices and policies. Fabrication And Installation: Fabricate and install sheet metal for commercial and industrial systems and other structural components, trim, file, grind, deburr, and buff parts, perform layout and fabrication per blueprints or instructions, and assist with insulation projects as needed. Equipment Operation And Maintenance: Set up, operate, and troubleshoot sheet metal machinery and tools, including press brakes, shears, rollers, flame cutters, drill presses, and related equipment. Quality Control And Troubleshooting: Use precision measurement tools to fabricate and inspect parts, diagnose and resolve fit and finish deviations, and conduct quality checks. Safety And Compliance: Maintain a safe, organized work environment, adhere to OSHA regulations and company safety policies, and follow safety procedures in manufacturing and construction settings. Documentation And Identification: Follow procedures and checklists, complete relevant documentation, and mark parts for identification as required. Collaboration: Work with the project team to ensure proper installation and system functionality; troubleshoot and repair as needed. Qualifications And Skills Education And Experience: High school diploma or GED; minimum of 5 years of extensive experience in sheet metal fabrication and installation, preferably in commercial construction; experience with stainless steel, aluminum, plastics, and high-tolerance components. Minimum Physical Requirements: Valid driver’s license or state ID; ability to lift up to 100 lbs occasionally and up to 50 lbs frequently; ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in various weather conditions. Certifications: OSHA 10/30 or willingness to obtain; ability to pass background and drug screening; OSHA or related certifications a plus. Other: Must have work authorization in the US; reliable transportation; willingness to work overtime including some weekends. Benefits Competitive wages based on experience. Paid time off and holidays, including special holidays off. Opportunities for career advancement and training. 401(k) and matching (after 1 year). Life, AD&D, Short & Long-term (after 3 months). Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (after 3 months). About Veltri Steel Veltri Steel, LLC., is a General Contractor facilitating construction across the Rocky Mountain region and beyond. We specialize in projects that incorporate steel in design and construction and tackle challenging assignments while delivering quality turnkey projects. We control all aspects of the project from design to safety to scheduling and cost, enabling innovative and competitively priced solutions. We are committed to finding solutions and delivering turnkey results from design to finished buildings. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Construction #J-18808-Ljbffr VELTRI STEEL L.L.C.