What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kaempf & Harris Sheet Metal - HVAC Sheet Metal Welder position at R.W. Warner, Inc.?
Job Description
Kaempf & Harris Sheet Metal is looking for an HVAC Sheet Metal Welder to join our team. The Welder fabricates, welds, and assembles sheet‑metal components used in heating, ventilation, and air‑conditioning systems. This role requires strong welding skills, the ability to read technical drawings, and precision in shaping and joining metal parts. Welders typically work in fabrication shops, construction sites, and industrial environments.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
For more than 70 years, Kaempf & Harris in Frederick, MD, has delivered exceptional craftsmanship and service to many of the region’s most respected mechanical companies, general contractors, corporations, and institutions. Our 15,000‑square‑foot, fully modernized facility fabricates more than 500 tons of metal annually - including aluminum, custom stainless steel, galvanized steel, and black iron steel. Our team of 60 skilled professionals brings unmatched industry experience and a commitment to quality.
Benefits
Salary Range: $25 - $30 per hour (Salary will be determined based on experience)
R.W. Warner, Inc. (including all operating divisions) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Your application will remain active for 30 days.
Kaempf & Harris Sheet Metal is looking for an HVAC Sheet Metal Welder to join our team. The Welder fabricates, welds, and assembles sheet‑metal components used in heating, ventilation, and air‑conditioning systems. This role requires strong welding skills, the ability to read technical drawings, and precision in shaping and joining metal parts. Welders typically work in fabrication shops, construction sites, and industrial environments.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to determine project specifications.
- Cut, shape, and prepare sheet metal for welding using shears, brakes, and other fabrication tools.
- Perform welding operations (MIG, TIG, arc) to join sheet‑metal components for HVAC ductwork and related assemblies.
- Inspect welds to ensure quality, strength, and compliance with project requirements.
- Measure and align components before welding to ensure accuracy and proper fit.
- Fabricate custom metal components as required for HVAC systems.
- Maintain welding equipment and tools in safe working condition.
- Follow all safety protocols and regulations, including PPE use and safe material handling.
- Collaborate with installers and supervisors to complete HVAC fabrication projects.
- Certification in welding from a recognized technical school or training program.
- Proficiency in MIG, TIG, and arc welding techniques.
- Ability to work with precision measuring tools and fabrication equipment.
- Strong understanding of safety standards and welding regulations.
- Familiarity with CAD drawings and HVAC system layouts (inferred from sheet‑metal worker roles).
- Strong problem‑solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
- Previous experience in metal fabrication or construction.
- Ability to lift heavy materials and stand for extended periods (common in sheet‑metal and HVAC fabrication roles).
- Work may occur in fabrication shops, construction sites, or industrial facilities, sometimes in confined spaces or varying weather conditions.
For more than 70 years, Kaempf & Harris in Frederick, MD, has delivered exceptional craftsmanship and service to many of the region’s most respected mechanical companies, general contractors, corporations, and institutions. Our 15,000‑square‑foot, fully modernized facility fabricates more than 500 tons of metal annually - including aluminum, custom stainless steel, galvanized steel, and black iron steel. Our team of 60 skilled professionals brings unmatched industry experience and a commitment to quality.
Benefits
- Health Insurance, with an onsite clinic and nurse available to enrolled employees 24/7
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance with Long-Term Care
- 401(k)
- Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
Salary Range: $25 - $30 per hour (Salary will be determined based on experience)
R.W. Warner, Inc. (including all operating divisions) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Your application will remain active for 30 days.
Salary : $25 - $30