Sheet-Metal Mechanic
$23.8 - $32.2 per hourFull-time
GDIT
Responsibilities for this Position
Location: USA VA ChesapeakeFull Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ222038 Type of Requisition:
Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
None Public Trust/Other Required:
None Job Family:
SCA Job Qualifications: Skills:
Art Sketches, Blueprints, Calipers, Materials Fabrication, Measuring Instruments
Certifications:
None
Experience:
3 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes Job Description: SHEET-METAL WORKER, MAINTENANCE Key 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.
- Shape metal over anvils, blocks, or forms using hammers and other hand tools.
- Set up and operate soldering and welding equipment to join sheet metal parts and assemblies.
- Smooth seams, joints, and burred or rough surfaces using files, portable grinders, or buffers.
- Install sheet metal assemblies and components in accordance with blueprints, engineering sketches, written instructions, and manuals.
- Inspect assemblies and installations for conformance with specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers, scales, and micrometers.
- Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures and industry best practices.
- Provide guidance, training, and work leadership to less-experienced sheet-metal mechanics and helpers.
- Assist in planning work sequences, selecting appropriate materials, tools, and methods to complete assignments efficiently and to quality standards.
- Participate in special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or GED
- 3-5 years of related sheet-metal fabrication experience.
- Demonstrated proficiency in setting up and operating common sheet metal fabrication equipment and tools.
- Strong knowledge of sheet metal materials, fabrication techniques, and shop practices.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, engineering sketches, and technical instructions.
- Proficiency with soldering and welding techniques applicable to sheet metal work.
- Skilled in the safe operation of hand tools, power tools, and fabrication machinery.
- Ability to perform precise measurements and inspections using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
- Solid understanding of and adherence to safety regulations and procedures.
- Ability to provide direction, coaching, and support to junior mechanics and apprentices.
- Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
40 Travel Required:
None Telecommuting Options:
Onsite Work Location:
USA VA Chesapeake Additional Work Locations: Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at
gdit.com/tc . Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
PI285209421
SHEET-METAL WORKER, MAINTENANCE
Key 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.
- Shape metal over anvils, blocks, or forms using hammers and other hand tools.
- Set up and operate soldering and welding equipment to join sheet metal parts and assemblies.
- Smooth seams, joints, and burred or rough surfaces using files, portable grinders, or buffers.
- Install sheet metal assemblies and components in accordance with blueprints, engineering sketches, written instructions, and manuals.
- Inspect assemblies and installations for conformance with specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers, scales, and micrometers.
- Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures and industry best practices.
- Provide guidance, training, and work leadership to less-experienced sheet-metal mechanics and helpers.
- Assist in planning work sequences, selecting appropriate materials, tools, and methods to complete assignments efficiently and to quality standards.
- Participate in special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.
Education
- High School Diploma or GED
Experience
- 3-5 years of related sheet-metal fabrication experience.
- Demonstrated proficiency in setting up and operating common sheet metal fabrication equipment and tools.
Skills & Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of sheet metal materials, fabrication techniques, and shop practices.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, engineering sketches, and technical instructions.
- Proficiency with soldering and welding techniques applicable to sheet metal work.
- Skilled in the safe operation of hand tools, power tools, and fabrication machinery.
- Ability to perform precise measurements and inspections using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
- Solid understanding of and adherence to safety regulations and procedures.
- Ability to provide direction, coaching, and support to junior mechanics and apprentices.
- Good problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Must be a US Citizen
The likely hourly rate for this position is between $23.80 - $32.20. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
None
Telecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA VA Chesapeake
Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at
gdit.com/tc .
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
PI285209421
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