| Sheet Metal Workers |  | |
Click here for a list of occupations to which this description applies.
| AUTOMOTIVE SHEET METAL | NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST TECHNICIAN |
| ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL SYSTEMS CRAFT WORKER | RESIDENTIAL SHEET METAL WORKER |
| INDUSTRIAL SHEET METAL WORKER/WELDER (MAINTENANCE) | SHEET METAL SERVICE TECHNICIAN |
| INDUSTRIAL SHEETMETAL FABRICATOR | SHEET METAL WORKER |
| MARINE SHEET METAL WORKER | SHEETMETAL INSTALLER |
The Work
Sheet metal workers fabricate, install and service heating, venting and air
conditioning systems, blowpipe and industrial systems, metal roofing,
coping and flashing, stainless steel work for restaurants, kitchens and
hospitals. They prepare shop and field drawings manually and with computer
programs. They provide HVAC/R service.
Working Conditions
Sheet metal workers may work in shops doing fabrication or out on construction
sites doing installation. You need to be able to work at heights as well
as in enclosed spaces and in varying weather conditions.
The Apprenticeship
This program, depending upon trade, requires 4,000-10,000 hours of on-the-job
training and 144-600 hours related classroom instruction.
Apprenticeship Entry Requirements
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or GED/equivalent
- Able to perform work of the trade
- Copy of high school transcript
- Valid Washington State driver's license
- Proof of insurance
- Complete math test
