Sheet Metal Mechanic

Description

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Sheet Metal Mechanics for projects located in or around Newport News, VA. This is a first shift opportunity, and the pay rate is up to $32/hour based on experience plus $140/per diem to Travelers 75+ miles from the Jobsite. If you are a Sheet Metal Mechanic and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity, and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!

Job Scope:

• Install foundations, ventilation systems, bulkheads, and shipboard furniture

• Perform sheet metal fabrication shop work

• Read and interpret complex ventilation assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches

• Lay out piece parts for fabrication and assembly

• Assemble piece parts according to specifications

• Use hand tools and shop equipment to complete assigned tasks

• Maintain quality workmanship while adhering to all safety standards

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a First-Class Sheet Metal Worker

• Experience with ventilation systems, foundations, bulkheads, shipboard furniture, and fabrication work

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, material types, datum lines, and reference lines

• Ability to work with fractional and decimal measurements using a ruler

• Ability to lay out and assemble fabrication components

• Experience working in a physically demanding environment

• Familiarity with OSHA regulations related to the shipbuilding industry

• Experience using electric drills, grinders, rivet guns, drill presses, press brakes, shears, and other shop equipment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check

• Must be able to pass a hair follicle drug test

Company Details

Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.

Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked

• Vacation Pay

• Health insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability

“ Be Safe” from fraud! Tradesmen International will never ask you to pay for certifications, equipment, or other “up front” costs as a condition of hire. Similarly, we do not request pictures of documents or IDs to private phone numbers or email addresses. If in doubt, pleasecall or visit your closest Tradesmen office ( to verify the request.

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Location

US-VA-Newport News

Posted Date 2 weeks ago (10/2/2026 4:58 PM)

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Category HVAC - Journeyman

Travel Yes

Job Board RDJ

Location US-VA-Newport News