A skilled tradesperson who fabricates and installs ducts, roofing, siding, and architectural metal components.
What sheet metal workers do
Sheet metal workers cut, form, and install ductwork for heating and cooling, fabricate stainless steel countertops and equipment, build kitchen exhaust hoods, and install architectural metal roofing, gutters, and decorative cladding.
Training path
Most US sheet metal workers complete a four- to five-year apprenticeship through the SMART union, combining paid work with classroom instruction in geometry, blueprint reading, welding, and code requirements. Non-union shops provide informal apprenticeships.
Specializations
Specializations include industrial HVAC duct, architectural sheet metal for roofs and facades, food service equipment fabrication, custom truck bodies, and detailing engineers who produce shop drawings from project plans.
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