How to become a metal worker?

There are no formal education requirements to become a metal worker, though some earn an associate degree or certification in a related field from a technical college to gain experience working with heavy machinery. Others apprentice with a veteran metal worker to enhance their skills. Study metalworking processes and practice working with heavy machinery. Employers typically provide on-the-job training for new employees. Many metal workers specialize in a specific area of metalworking, such as sheet metal for HVAC systems. Positions are typically found in factories, refineries, and workrooms.