What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sheet Metal Fabricator position at RK?
Description
The Sheet Metal Shop Fabricator is a vital part of our production team, responsible for transforming raw materials into high-quality ductwork and custom components that power our HVAC installations. From interpreting shop drawings and operating fabrication equipment to assembling fittings and preparing deliveries, this role demands accuracy, craftsmanship, and a strong work ethic.
Working in a fast-paced, safety-focused shop environment, you’ll support field crews by producing precise, code-compliant pieces that keep schedules on track and installations running smoothly. Your expertise in layout, cutting, bending, and fastening ensures every system starts with a solid foundation.
Sheet Metal Fabricators are highly valued for their technical knowledge, consistency, and pride in their work. Their contributions help streamline jobsite labor, reduce rework, and maintain the highest standards of quality across every project we build.
RK Overview
RK Industries (RK) is a second-generation family-owned business built on hard work and strong values. Led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning, we take pride in delivering a wide range of hands-on services including construction, manufacturing, custom fabrication, and building services. With seven specialized business units working in close coordination, we ensure every job is done right from start to finish. Our proven methods, focus on safety, and commitment to quality help bring our customers’ biggest ideas to life.
Position Summary
Performs the full range of Journeyman or Master Journeyman level duties for Plumbing in the construction, finishing, repair, etc. of buildings.
Role Responsibilities
Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental
Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition
Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards
Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation
Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law
The Sheet Metal Shop Fabricator is a vital part of our production team, responsible for transforming raw materials into high-quality ductwork and custom components that power our HVAC installations. From interpreting shop drawings and operating fabrication equipment to assembling fittings and preparing deliveries, this role demands accuracy, craftsmanship, and a strong work ethic.
Working in a fast-paced, safety-focused shop environment, you’ll support field crews by producing precise, code-compliant pieces that keep schedules on track and installations running smoothly. Your expertise in layout, cutting, bending, and fastening ensures every system starts with a solid foundation.
Sheet Metal Fabricators are highly valued for their technical knowledge, consistency, and pride in their work. Their contributions help streamline jobsite labor, reduce rework, and maintain the highest standards of quality across every project we build.
RK Overview
RK Industries (RK) is a second-generation family-owned business built on hard work and strong values. Led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning, we take pride in delivering a wide range of hands-on services including construction, manufacturing, custom fabrication, and building services. With seven specialized business units working in close coordination, we ensure every job is done right from start to finish. Our proven methods, focus on safety, and commitment to quality help bring our customers’ biggest ideas to life.
Position Summary
Performs the full range of Journeyman or Master Journeyman level duties for Plumbing in the construction, finishing, repair, etc. of buildings.
Role Responsibilities
- Perform trade-specific tasks on a construction site.
- Oversee the productivity of crew.
- Ensure schedules and deadlines are met.
- Perform some layout activities.
- Perform some material takeoffs as necessary.
- Trade-related material, tool, and equipment requisitions.
- Perform planned maintenance tasks as assigned.
- Perform equipment start-up with associated documentation.
- Perform quality control inspections.
- Technical troubleshooting and diagnostics when needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
- 2nd Shift Monday-Friday 1pm-12am ($2 Shift Differential)
- High school degree or GED preferred or equivalent combination of skills and experience.
- Journeyman or Master License required.
- Good physical condition and ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Good dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
- Aptitude for technical problem-solving.
- Familiarity with building codes and current laws/regulations.
- Ability to maintain clean and orderly tools/work area.
- Good communication skills both verbal and written.
- Expert knowledge of trade tools, equipment, and materials.
- Keen eye for detail.
- Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas.
- Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations.
- Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch.
- Work in all types of weather.
- Ability to lift, move, and/or carry 50 lbs.
Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental
Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition
Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards
Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation
Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law
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