Languages English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificateor equivalent experience

Experience 5 years or more

Specific Skills

Operate metalworking machines to cut, punch, drill, shape or straighten sheet metal; Measure and mark sheet metal according to template; Inspect products to ensure quality and conformity to specification; Grind and buff seams, joints and rough surfaces; Cut materials using power tools or by hand; Fit and join sheet metal parts

Major Work Area Shop fabrication; Retrofit; Repair; Installation

Additional Skills

Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications; Instruct apprentices; Estimate costs and materials

Welding Techniques

Resistance or spot welding; Gas metal ARC (GMAW) (MIG); Gas tungsten ARC (GTAW) (TIG)

Own Tools/Equipment

Tools; Steel-toed safety boots; Safety glasses/goggles; Gloves

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Tight deadlines; Overtime required

Work Location Information In shop; Urban area

Specialization or Experience

Stainless steel equipment; Decorative metal sheets; Custom sheet metal items

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Dependability; Judgement; Organized