Architect Apprentice Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

THE OPPORTUNITY

We're not looking for someone who still needs direction. We're looking for someone who can take a set of plans, walk a job site, and get it done right — and who's ready to help shape the next generation of sheet metal craftsmen while they're at it.

Santiam Heating & Sheet Metal has spent 30 years building a reputation for unmatched craftsmanship and integrity across the Pacific Northwest. Our Sheet Metal division specializes in custom metal fabrication and installation — roofing, siding, flashing, gutters, downspouts, and decorative exterior metalwork on commercial and residential buildings. This is where the trades meet the art of metal, and a journeyman is the one who sets the standard for how it's done.

WHAT THIS ROLE IS

We're looking for a skilled Sheet Metal Journeyman with at least 6 years of hands-on experience in architectural sheet metal fabrication and installation. You'll work independently — layout, fabrication, and field installation — lead jobs, and mentor apprentices on-site.

You'll read plans and specs, plan out the job, and execute clean, code-compliant installs with minimal oversight. You'll also be a steady hand on site: answering apprentices' questions, checking their work, and modeling the standard of craftsmanship Santiam is known for.

As we scale, this role has a clear path to Lead Sheet Metal Journeyman for the right candidate. We're building a culture that attracts and retains top talent — making Santiam a place where great people come to grow.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

•       $36–$42 per hour, depending on experience

•       Opportunity to earn prevailing wage on public works projects

•       Health, dental, and vision insurance

•       Company vehicle + gas card

•       401(k) with company match

•       Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

•       Tuition/certification reimbursement for supervisor-approved trainings

•       Advancement opportunities

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Fabrication & Installation

•       Independently perform layout, cutting, forming, and assembly of architectural sheet metal products — roofing, siding, flashing, gutters, downspouts, and decorative exterior metalwork

•       Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, and specifications to plan layout and installation sequencing

•       Operate hand and power tools safely and correctly — snips, brakes, shears, rollers, riveters, drills — and select the right method for the job

•       Install finished work per plans, specs, and industry standards, ensuring a clean, code-compliant result

•       Work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, or aerial lifts, following all safety protocols

•       Troubleshoot fit, material, or sequencing issues in the field and adjust the approach as needed

Leadership & Mentorship

•       Lead and mentor apprentices on-site — reviewing their work, answering questions, and modeling proper technique

•       Help apprentices build the hands-on skills they need to grow in the trade

•       Coordinate directly with project managers, estimators, and foremen on scope, sequencing, and material needs

•       Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site and shop area

•       Represent Santiam professionally with customers and general contractors in the field

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Qualifications

•       6+ years of hands-on architectural sheet metal fabrication and installation experience (a Journeyman card or trade certification is a plus, but not required)

•       Proven ability to coach or mentor apprentices and manage jobsite workflow

•       Strong communication and accountability — people trust your word

•       Strong blueprint and specification reading skills

•       Proficient, safe operation of hand and power tools, brakes, shears, and related sheet metal equipment

•       Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and reliable transportation

•       Physically capable of lifting 50+ lbs, working at heights, and performing repetitive physical tasks

•       Safety-minded, team-oriented, and detail-focused

•       Forklift, boom lift/scissor lift, rigging & crane, and scaffolding certifications preferred

We don’t cut corners. We shape metal.

For over 30 years, Santiam Heating & Sheet Metal has been the go-to crew for HVAC and custom sheet metal across Oregon and Washington.

We build systems that last. Period. From commercial HVAC installs to custom-fab sheet metal and service work that keeps buildings running, we do it all under one roof—literally.

Our edge? The crew. We train, mentor, and grow the next generation of pros who take pride in their craft. Clean installs, tight lines, and a team-first mindset—that’s how we do business.

Around here, you don’t just punch a clock. You level up.