Sheetmetal Mechanic

Company: Ameri-Force
Location: Chula Vista
Posted on: January 26, 2026

Job Description:

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE The Sheetmetal mechanic is responsible for fabricating, assembling and installing a wide variety of Components on Navy ship repair and other marine and commercial equipment. These Sheetmetal Components include, but are not limited to, Ventilation Systems, Metal Joiner Bulkheads and Framing, Furniture, Cabinetry, Lockers, Ladders and Handrails, Foundations, and Wet Spaces. As a Sheetmetal Worker, you will perform work governed by detailed technical work documents and procedural guidelines. Sheetmetal mechanics must possess trade specific tools. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / DUTIES Operates sheet metal fabrication and hand machinery and equipment Operates shear equipment and press brakes Perform precise fitting work on components Running lines and leads Advanced Blueprint Reading Must adhere to promote ALL company safety policies. Wear all required PPE when in Production areas and promote a clean and safe work environment. Assists Leadman/Foreman with check points Accomplishes tasks in a quick and timely manner Ensure that employees assigned with firewatch duties are in place and ready prior to beginning hot work Fill out Job JSA forms Must adhere to promote ALL company safety policies. Wear all required PPE when in Production areas and promote a clean and safe work environment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS - The Sheetmetal mechanic must be able to meet and successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The following physical demands are representative of the position. The position is active and requires extensive standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, stooping, crawling, climbing, and crouching. Along with such movements, employee is required to lift parts/machinery of up to 75 pounds. Additional demands are listed below: Able to climb ladders and work off scaffolding Able to lift, carry, and or push up to 50 75 lbs. throughout the shift (including overtime) * Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS Advanced Blueprint proficiency Able to work independently with little to no supervision Must be able to evaluate the use of various resources and make knowledgeable decisions regarding safety and company procedures and policies Able to read a tape measure Able to operate Sawzall, 4 7 grinders, and various other tools Able to use drills, rivet guns, nibblers, plasma arc cutters, rollers, shears, and press brakes Advanced Work Specification Proficiency Advanced Shipboard installation and shop fabrication layout proficiency

Keywords: Ameri-Force, La Mesa , Sheetmetal Mechanic, Engineering , Chula Vista, California