Sheet Metal Mechanics

Job Title: Sheet Metal Mechanics

Client: Lead Marine Staffing

Pay: $14.96-$30.97 $140 per diem (non-local)

Duration: 2 year Contract

Shift Schedule: Must be willing to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts.

Overtime: No mandatory overtime, opportunities to work overtime available

LEAD is seeking Sheet Metal Mechanics to join our team in Newport News, Virginia!

Job Description:

Responsibilities will include:

·        Ability to comprehend complex ventilation assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches to include weld symbols, material types, datum and reference lines.

·        Ability to comprehend fractional and decimal dimensions as with the use of a ruler.

·        Ability to layoff piece parts for fabrication and assembly.

·        Ability to assemble piece parts in accordance with specifications in a quality manner.

·        Experience working in a physically demanding environment.

·        Familiarity with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry.

·        Experience using small hand tools (electric drills, grinders, rivet guns), and shop equipment (drill press, press break, Shears etc.).

o  Optional Skills: Rigger/Material Handling

o  Mobile Equipment (JLG, Scissor Lift, etc.)

Requirements for this role include:

·        Three years of experience as a first-class Sheet Metal Worker in the installation of foundations, ventilation, bulkheads, shipboard furniture and sheet metal fabrication shop work. (First class = 4 years of experience, total of 7 years of experience required)

·        Ability to pass Hair Follicle drug testing.

·        Ability to pass 10-year background check.

·        Marine experience preferred.

·        Aircraft/Industrial/Commercial sheet metal experience is acceptable.