What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fabrication Supervisor/Technician position at Premier Systems?
Premier Systems: Bozeman, Montana’s #1 in Heating & Air Conditioning – Where Hard Work Pays Off!
Premier Systems is Bozeman’s leading residential and commercial HVAC & refrigeration company — built on core values CARE • EASY • RIGHT • GROW. We’re growing our shop team and looking for a hands-on Fabrication Supervisor/Technician who takes pride in precise metalwork, supports team culture, and helps deliver quality that our customers rely on.
The role — what you’ll do
As Fabrication Supervisor/Technician you will:
Lead and perform shop fabrication of HVAC ductwork, custom sheet metal, piping hangers, brackets, and specialty components.
Read and interpret mechanical drawings, fabrication prints, and job specifications.
Operate shop equipment safely (plasma/oxy, shear, press brake, roll, drill press, MIG/TIG welding as required).
Mentor and train junior fabricators; coordinate daily shop priorities to meet project schedules.
Maintain material inventory, assist with ordering, and track scrap/waste to control costs.
Ensure quality control: inspect parts, root-cause fabrication issues, and implement fixes.
Partner with field crews and project managers to support installations and troubleshoot onsite issues.
Maintain a safe, clean shop and follow all company safety policies and OSHA standards.
What we’re looking for
Minimum qualifications:
A team player who’s coachable, reliable, and willing to listen.
3 years metal fabrication / shop experience; 1 year in a lead/supervisory role preferred.
Proficiency with press brakes, shear, rolls, welding (MIG/TIG), and hand tools.
Ability to read fabrication drawings and measure precisely.
Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize work.
OSHA 10 Certification (OSHA 30 preferred).
Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record (must be insurable)
Able to lift up to 75 lbs and work in shop and jobsite environments.
HVAC trade experience, sheet metal certification, or welding certificates are a plus.
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and safely operate a forklift (license or ability to obtain within 6 months)
Pay & benefits
Pay range: $22.00 – $38.00 per hour (depending on experience, certifications, and the complexity of the work)
Medical, dental, vision insurance options.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off and holidays.
Ongoing training, career advancement, and internal promotion opportunities.
A culture built on our Core Values:
CARE – About People, Quality, and Doing What’s Right
EASY – Be easy to work with and to work for
RIGHT – Do it right, fix it if it’s wrong
GROW – Always pursue growth — personally and professionally
If you’re someone who takes pride in your work, loves a good challenge, and wants to grow with a team that values craftsmanship and integrity — we’d love to meet you!
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A team player who’s coachable, reliable, and willing to listen.
3 years metal fabrication / shop experience;
1 year in a lead/supervisory role preferred.
Proficiency with press brakes, shear, rolls, welding (MIG/TIG), and hand tools.
Ability to read fabrication drawings and measure precisely.
Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize work.
OSHA 10 Certification (OSHA 30 preferred).
Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record (must be insurable).
Able to lift up to 75 lbs and work in shop and jobsite environments.
Safely operate a forklift (license or ability to obtain within 6 months).
HVAC trade experience, sheet metal certification, or welding certificates are a plus.
Work Environment: Warehouse/Shop & Construction Sites
Premier Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Salary : $22 - $38