Sheet Metal Worker

Job Description:

What You'll be Doing:

Assist and perform sheet metal fabrication, maintenance and installation of HVAC and kitchen equipment. Work will be completed based on blueprints, drawings and verbal instructions. This position regularly operates tools and equiptment such as snips, shears, grinders, hammers, saws, drills and welding equipment while performing job duties. Overtime may be required based on operational needs.

This position represents a dual-level posting and will be filled as Associate Sheet Metal Worker (SK1) or Sheet Metal Worker (SK2). The hiring manager will determine the job level based on the skills, experience, and qualifications of the selected candidate.

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Join a Team That Keeps Purdue University’s Campus Running Smoothly And Looking Its Best Year-round, And Enjoy a Benefits Package Designed For You And Your Family:

• Paid Time Off – Generous vacation, holiday, sick, and military leave
• Retirement Contributions – Purdue contributes up to 8% of your annual income
• Educational Opportunities – Tuition assistance for you and eligible family members, including the opportunity to earn a degree through Purdue Global.
• Comprehensive Insurance – Medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Life Insurance – Financial protection for you and your loved ones
  
  

What We're Looking For:

Education and Experience (SK1)

Qualified Candidates Will Need:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1 years of experience in sheet metal fabrication and work
• Valid driver's license
  
  

Skills Needed:

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Mathematical calculation skills
• Computer skills/familiarity with word processor and spreadsheets
• Able to utilize electronic procurement system
• Ability to lift and carry 50 to 80 lbs. frequently, and up to 100 lbs. or more occasionally
• Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolds and work from height up to 100 feet
• Ability to work under a variety of conditions, such as confined space (tunnels, pits), heights and hot/cold conditions
• Required to work outdoors 30% of the time in temperatures below 32 degrees and above 90 degrees
  
  

Education and Experience (SK2)

Qualified Candidates Will Need:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 3 years of experience with sheet metal repair, fabrication and installation work, HVAC ductwork and fittings, soldering, welding, and ability to interput blueprints, and fabricate from drawings or sketches
• Valid driver's license
  
  

Skills Needed:

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Mathematical calculation skills necessary
• Computer skills/familiarity with word processor and spreadsheets
• Able to utilize electronic procurement system
• Ability to lift and carry 50 to 80 lbs. frequently, and up to 100 lbs. or more occasionally
• Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolds and work from height up to 100 feet
• Ability to work under a variety of conditions, such as confined space (tunnels, pits), heights and hot/cold conditions
• Required to work outdoors 30% of the time in temperatures below 32 degrees and above 90 degrees
  
  

What We’d Like You To Know:

• To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summary CLICK HERE
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan
  
  

Career Stream

• Fire, Police, and Skilled Trades 1
• Pay Band: S040
• Job Code: 20003827
• Fire, Police, and Skilled Trades 2
• Pay Band: S050
• Job Code: 20003059
  
  

Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/

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