Certificate of Qualification 424A
Sheet Metal Worker
A Sheet Metal Worker is a skilled tradesperson who specializes in the fabrication, installation, and maintenance of sheet metal products and systems. They work with a variety of materials, such as aluminum, steel, and copper, and use specialized tools and equipment to shape and join sheet metal pieces together. Sheet Metal Workers may be responsible for designing and creating HVAC ductwork, ventilation systems, and roofing systems. They work in a variety of settings, including manufacturing facilities, construction sites, and HVAC companies, and must follow strict safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries on the job.
Required Skills & Features
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Knowledge of building & construction
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Strong Attention to detail
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Strong communication, reading & writing, numeracy & problem-solving skills
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Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
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Manual dexterity
Minimum Standards
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Grade 12 Diploma preferred (Grade 10 minimum)
Apprenticeship
8000 hours of on-the-job training, supplemented by three 8-week sessions of in-class technical training.
Employment Areas
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Institutional and Commercial Construction
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New home building and renovation
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Self-employment
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Fabrication
Duties & Responsibilities
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Measure, cut, fit, install and/or secure glass panes, window parts & architectural metals
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Read and interpret drawings & specifications
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Work with and install plastic, granite, aluminum panels and other similar materials used as glass substitutes
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Work from mobile equipment, scaffolds and swing stages, sometimes at great heights, to manoeuvre glass panels that are lifted by cranes and other lifting equipment
