Licensed Sheet Metal Worker

Company overview:

Our client is a well-established organization within Ottawa's plumbing, heating, HVAC and mechanical industry, supporting contractors throughout the region with products, technical expertise and custom fabrication services.

They are currently looking for an experienced Licensed 308A Sheet Metal Worker / Tinsmith to join their Ottawa fabrication team on a permanent, full-time basis.

This is a shop-based position focused on the manufacture of standard and custom sheet metal ductwork and HVAC components. It offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced tradesperson looking for long-term stability, guaranteed full-time hours, predictable working conditions and an excellent overall compensation package.

Compensation & benefits:

• Permanent salary of $113,000 per year
• Double-time overtime at $108.60/hour for hours worked beyond 40
• 40 guaranteed hours per week
• Monday to Thursday: 6:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• 4 weeks' vacation from the outset, increasing to 5 weeks with service
• 6 paid sick days annually
• RRSP program: Employee contributes 3%, employer contributes 5%
• Profit-sharing program, with recent annual payouts around $4,000–$5,000, although amounts are not guaranteed
• Flexible medical, dental, disability and life insurance benefits
• Three different benefit coverage levels available
• Health Care Spending Account
• Employer/employee co-pay benefits arrangement

What You'll Be Doing:

• Fabricate standard and custom HVAC sheet metal ductwork, fittings and components
• Manufacture transitions, elbows, offsets and other custom sheet metal products
• Read and interpret drawings, sketches, plans, measurements and fabrication specifications
• Lay out, measure, mark, cut, form, bend, assemble and finish sheet metal components
• Operate sheet metal fabrication machinery, hand tools and power tools safely and accurately
• Inspect completed work to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality
• Identify and correct fabrication issues where required
• Provide practical guidance and hands-on support to apprentices and helpers
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe shop environment
• Follow established health and safety procedures

What We're Looking For:

• Valid Ontario 308A Sheet Metal Worker Certificate of Qualification
• Previous experience in HVAC sheet metal and ductwork fabrication
• Strong sheet metal layout, forming and assembly skills
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, plans, measurements and specifications
• Experience operating sheet metal fabrication machinery and equipment
• Strong measuring, numerical and spatial abilities
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to identify and resolve fabrication issues
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Comfortable providing guidance and support to apprentices and less experienced team members

If you're an experienced 308A Sheet Metal Worker looking for permanent, stable employment without relying on changing construction projects or site schedules, this opportunity offers a particularly attractive package.

You'll receive:

• $113,000 guaranteed annual base earnings
• Permanent, year-round employment
• 40 guaranteed hours every week
• Double-time overtime
• 5% employer RRSP contribution
• Profit-sharing potential
• 4 weeks' vacation
• 6 paid sick days
• Comprehensive flexible benefits
• Predictable, shop-based working environment
• Every Friday afternoon off, finishing at 12:00 p.m.
• The opportunity to use your experience while helping develop apprentices and junior team members

If you're a licensed 308A Sheet Metal Worker looking for a permanent position that combines strong earnings, stability and work-life balance, we'd be interested in speaking with you.

Apply today for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.