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Local Sheet Metal Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Sheet Metal Mechanic

Macon, GA · On-site

$20.50 - $25.50/hr

Knowledge of SMACNA requirements and local stated codes. * Ability to read and understand blueprints. * Basic competence in sheet metal mathematics. * Possess valid driver's license. * Climb and ...

Pay Ranges: $ 30.97 per hour, based on experience, plus $120.00 a day per diem, non-local Three years of experience as a first-class Sheet Metal Worker installing foundations, ventilation, bulkheads ...

Sheet Metal Mechanics

Sanford, NC · On-site

$21 - $26.25/hr

... Sheet Metal Mechanics for Commercial & Residential projects in Sanford, NC ... LOCAL candidates ONLY need apply! Unqualified workers need not apply! Responsibilities include ...

We are looking to hire a Sheet Metal Foreman to join our self-perform team for ongoing work in ... local law or ordinance or regulation. All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of ...

Sheet Metal Foreman

Pensacola, FL · On-site

$51 - $53/hr

We are looking to hire a Sheet Metal Foreman to join our self-perform team for ongoing work in ... local law or ordinance or regulation. All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of ...

Sheet Metal Mechanic

Richmond, VA · On-site

$26 - $28/hr

The Sheet Metal Mechanic is responsible for installing the sheet metal and duct for a project. This ... or local laws. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and ...

We are looking to hire a Sheet Metal Foreman to join our self-perform team for ongoing work in ... local law or ordinance or regulation. All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of ...

Sheet Metal Foreman

Pensacola, FL · On-site

$51 - $53/hr

We are looking to hire a Sheet Metal Foreman to join our self-perform team for ongoing work in ... local law or ordinance or regulation. All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of ...

We are looking to hire a Sheet Metal Foreman to join our self-perform team for ongoing work in ... local law or ordinance or regulation. All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of ...

Sheet Metal Mechanics

Sanford, NC

$21 - $26.25/hr

... Sheet Metal Mechanics for Commercial & Residential projects in Sanford, NC ... LOCAL candidates ONLY need apply! Unqualified workers need not apply! Responsibilities include ...

Sheet Metal Worker

Bethel, CT · On-site

$34.50 - $39.50/hr

Sheet Metal Worker - Build Quality That Lasts Brookfield, CT $35.50 to $39.50 per hour, depending ... Ability to travel to local job sites when needed Preferred Qualifications * HVAC industry ...

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How much do local sheet metal jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for local sheet metal in the United States is $22.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Local Sheet Metal vs Sheet Metal Fabricator?

AspectLocal Sheet MetalSheet Metal Fabricator
CredentialsHigh school diploma, apprenticeships, certifications in sheet metal workHigh school diploma, apprenticeships, certifications in sheet metal fabrication
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, HVAC installation, residential and commercial projectsManufacturing plants, workshops, fabrication shops
Industry UsageConstruction, HVAC, roofingManufacturing, custom metal work, industrial fabrication

While both roles involve working with sheet metal, Local Sheet Metal typically focuses on installation and maintenance in construction and HVAC settings, whereas Sheet Metal Fabricators primarily work in manufacturing environments creating custom metal components. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers find the right fit based on skills and work environment preferences.

What are some common challenges faced by local sheet metal workers, and how can they be addressed on the job?

Local sheet metal workers often encounter challenges such as working in tight or awkward spaces, exposure to varying weather conditions, and handling heavy materials or machinery. Staying up-to-date with safety protocols is crucial, as is using proper personal protective equipment to minimize risks. Collaborating closely with team members helps ensure tasks are completed efficiently and safely, while ongoing training can help workers adapt to new technologies and fabrication techniques.

What are local sheet metal workers?

Local sheet metal workers are skilled tradespeople who fabricate, install, and maintain metal products used in construction, such as ductwork for heating and cooling systems, roofing, siding, and metal panels. They typically work for local contractors or are members of local unions, serving residential, commercial, and industrial projects in their area. Their work often involves reading blueprints, measuring and cutting metal sheets, and assembling components using specialized tools. Local sheet metal workers play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and durability of building systems.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Local Sheet Metal Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Local Sheet Metal Worker, you need strong mechanical aptitude, proficiency in math and measurements, and completion of an apprenticeship or vocational training in sheet metal work. Familiarity with tools like shears, brakes, and HVAC systems, as well as certifications such as OSHA safety training, are typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective teamwork are vital soft skills for excelling in this trade. These skills ensure precise fabrication, safe installation, and efficient collaboration on construction and repair projects.
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Infographic showing various Local Sheet Metal job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 66% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,626 per year, or $22.4 per hour.
Field Superintendent - Sheet Metal

Field Superintendent - Sheet Metal

ACCO Engineered Systems

Denver, CO • On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


ACCO Engineered Systems rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description


General Job Description:
In collaboration with other Area Superintendents and under the supervision of the Department Manager, this position will be primarily responsible for the oversight of the operations, strategic planning and personnel management of our General Forepersons and Forepersons within the sheet metal trade of the assigned area.
Supervises:
General Forepersons, Forepersons
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Lead and oversee all sheet metal field activities to ensure standards and productivity are met in an effort to achieve company goals
  • Operations
    • Assist direct reports with
      • Resource management
      • Proper team selection including assignment of Forepersons
      • Project execution strategies and scheduling
      • Weekly project progress, health and safety reports
      • Help to provide resolution of issues, challenges and obstacles
      • Execution of QA/QC protocols
      • Implementation of Safety Department's protocols
      • Implementation of corporate policies and procedures
      • Planning for successful project installation
    • Job Walks (with/for PM's)
    • Attend pre-bid & post-bid interviews
    • Review bid estimates
    • Participation in project kick-off, mid-job and wrap-up meetings
    • Review project documents to determine the proper staffing requirements
    • Assignment of field supervision and labor to projects
    • Movement/transfer of employees between General Forepersons and Forepersons
    • Continuous evaluation of all personnel to ensure performance is at the highest level
    • Monitor and advise on quality control measures to ensure high-quality output at or above industry standards
    • Evaluate and advise on means and methods of continuous improvement to increase efficiency and meet project goals
    • Review and track project labor budgets
    • Fill any project need gaps until job is assigned a field supervisor
    • Engage with labor relations representatives to create and foster meaningful, long-term relationships that support company goals including defending and resolving labor disputes
    • Knowledge of current building and mechanical code
    • Encourage communication between the assigned project supervision and the associated PM/PE. Coordinate and assist with problem solving strategies with the PM and assigned supervision when issues rise beyond the scope or understanding/capability of the project supervision assigned.
    • Mentor General Forepersons and Forepersons to be elite leaders
    • Assist Director in departmental budgets, financial planning and fleet management as needed
    • Other tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor and/or upper management
  • Strategic Planning
    • Understand and support the strategic plan and corporate vision
    • Ensure adoption and implementation of standard processes and procedures to achieve high level quality, productivity and efficiency across field operations
    • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with construction operations (ie: installations, materials, equipment, personnel)
    • Ensure safety measures are up-to-date and communicated effectively to all field personnel in an effort to mitigate risk and reduce liability
  • Personnel Management
    • Adhere to and promote company policies
    • Instill a culture of accountability, integrity, ethics, and respect within the department
    • Mentor, train and develop top performing supervisors (succession planning) to meet current and future business needs and avoid any gaps in strong leadership
    • Coordinate labor requests with the local union labor halls
    • Responsible for all hiring and termination of union sheet metal staff within the assigned area
  • Collaboration
    • Create and foster collaborative relationships among leadership teams across varying departments and locations
    • Participate in cross-functional initiatives and projects to meet company growth objectives
    • Work closely with Project Managers and PE's on bid strategies and current projects regarding
      • Constructability
      • Resource availability
      • Labor budgets
      • Project execution opportunities
      • Potential project challenges
    • Collaborate with regional superintendents and share experience to develop best practices, align processes, and leverage resources

Position Requirements:
(Skills, Work Experience, Education, Certifications, Licenses, etc.)
  • Strong industry knowledge
  • Excellent leadership skills including honesty, integrity, patience, empathy, and a strong work ethic
  • Effective communicator at all levels of the business
  • Experience and deep understanding of the related trades (sheet metal, controls, air balance) and general fabrication practices
  • 12+ years of experience in Construction leading projects
  • Member of the local sheet metal union in good standing
  • Experience with the various business and corporate software technologies ACCO currently utilizes
    • MS Office: Word, Excel, Project
    • Google Workspace: Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Forms
    • Others: Adobe, ProCore, Bluebeam, Box
  • Proficient in English.
  • Valid driver's license and a clean driving record
  • Skilled in reading and interpreting plans and specifications
  • Knowledge of:
    • local quality, occupational safety, and health regulations for construction job sites

Additional Skills/Abilities Preferred, but Not Required:
  • Member/affiliate of local apprenticeship training programs
  • Degree or certification in construction management, engineering, or architecture
  • Experience in remote training software and technologies used within best-in-class organizations
  • Software experience:
    • CRM/PM Platforms: Bidtracer
    • Collaboration: Smartsheet, Slack, Revitzio, PlanGrid
    • Design/Detailing: Autodesk AEC Collection (Revit, AutoCAD, Assemble, Navisworks),
    • Spooling: Revit
    • CAD/CAM: E-volve,Trimble
  • Proficient in Spanish

ACCO Competencies:
  • Proactivity/Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one's level/position and with minimal supervision.
  • Perseverance: Shows the wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
  • Motivation/Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility, and shows personal humility.
  • Technical Curiosity/Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
  • Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
  • Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
  • People Skills: Is approachable and gains the mutual trust and respect of others. Understands people's strengths & weaknesses and actively seeks to understand others perspectives.
  • Communication: Fosters open, honest, candid and respectful communication. Effectively assesses, defines and communicates issues in a timely manner, both written and verbal.
  • Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
  • Big Picture: Understands and contributes to organizations' short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
  • Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve a problem in support of personal, group, department, or organizational objectives.
  • Execution: Effectively takes a vision and translates into action by including the right people. Identify and remove barriers, when possible to achieve results. Demonstrates appropriate compromise, effective time management, prioritization practices and holds team members (including themselves) accountable for their performance/conduct.
  • Professionalism: Respectfully observes and challenges the status quo with intent for improvement. Is able to take direction, accept feedback, and take full responsibility for his/her actions. Leads by example through positive influence and ethical leadership with consideration of the entire organization.

Physical Requirements:
(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
  • The employee may regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Distance vision.
  • The auditory/hearing abilities required by the job include the ability to hear customers calling by telephone.
  • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit for prolonged periods, stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
  • The employee is regularly required to walk and sit.
  • This individual must be a responsible person and regular attendance is required.

Travel:
75-90% of the time to and from the primary office to job sites and regional branch offices.
Wages:
This position is for signatory employees and wages will be aligned with the current Collective Bargaining Agreements.
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About Us
Why join ACCO? ACCO Engineered Systems is one of the largest mechanical contractors in the country. Since 1934, owners and builders have selected ACCO to design, install, and maintain more than 250,000 mechanical projects. ACCO is dedicated to the design, fabrication, installation, maintenance and service of commercial and industrial HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, process piping, and building automation systems. Whether your project is a low or high-rise office building, a shopping mall, hospital, semi-conductor fabrication facility or pharmaceutical manufacturing plant...ACCO can design, build, install, and maintain a mechanical system to meet your needs.
Here at ACCO, we are a part of something bigger. Just ask our customers: California Academy of Sciences, L.A. Live, and San Francisco 49ers Stadium. While we have been around for 80+ years, we continue to grow at a dynamic pace. And we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.
What's great about working at ACCO is that we're a big enough company to be the leader in HVAC mechanical contracting in California and the Southwest U.S., but as a 100% employee-owned ESOP, we're a private company with a family-oriented feel. Several of our employees have worked at ACCO for twenty-five, thirty, and even over forty years! Together, the employees of ACCO are comprised of intelligent, dedicated, and entrepreneurial team members who put customers first and enjoy what they do.
ACCO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AA M/F/V/D.
We proudly hire U.S. Military Veterans, and those qualified are encouraged to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.|Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
ACCO will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.
Notice to Outside Recruiters:
Hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept recruiting agreements from any outside recruiting agencies. Outside recruiting agencies should not submit unsolicited resumes without signing the company's recruiting agreement.

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