Truestone, an Akima company, is looking for a Sheet Metal Mechanic to work in Tobyhanna, PA. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!Responsibilities
- Fabricates, modifies and installs a variety of sheet metal items having combined straight and curved edges or irregular curves and planes
- Plans and lays out the work by interpreting multi-view blueprints, sketches, diagrams or from sample items
- Selects or requisitions stock materials; uses complicated shop mathematics and measuring instruments to complete the fabrication, modification, repair and installation of sheet metal parts, items and assemblies within an established time standards and an acceptable level of quality
- Selects, sets up correctly, and operates required machines, equipment, tools
- Utilizes production packages and work instructions, Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) from the Manufacturing Cell to fabricate all required schedule items
- Exceeds or meets all established time standards and production schedules
- Properly submits all product for First Article or similar inspections as required
- Properly corrects any deficiencies from same. Informs shop leads, or supervisor in a timely manner of any impedance to assigned tasks
- Exhibits safe work practices in all areas and with all equipment
- Supports all fabrication, assembly and structural repair to all shelters, vans, antennas, HMMV'S and components
Qualifications
- Must be a US Citizen with ability to pass a thorough background check to obtain a government clearance and pre-employment drug test
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and once hired pass an annual physical
- Must be able to read, understand and interpret drawings, sketches
- Metal working related math skills are also required
- A knowledge of shearing, forming, punching machines, drill presses, metal finishing techniques, and metal fabrication work in general is a necessity
- Also, knowledge of layout and machine set-up and operations are needed
- Fabricates, repairs, modifies, and installs a variety of sheet metal items having combined straight and curved edges or irregular curves and planes
- The items include junction boxes, storage boxes, conduit boxes, library boxes, storage racks, duct work, shelters, etc.
- Plans and lays out the work by interpreting multi-view blueprints, sketches, diagrams or from sample items
- Uses complicated shop mathematics and measuring instruments; evaluates structural damage; and selects/utilizes required machines/equipment/tools to complete the fabrication, modification, repair and installation of sheet metal parts, items and assemblies
- Work requires prolonged periods of continuous exertion when bending and shaping complex or bulky sheet metal products
- Also requires extended periods of standing and walking, climbing, working in cramped and awkward positions, and reaching, lifting, and bending while using hand and power tools
- Weight lifted or physical force exerted to form sheet metal may occasionally exceed 50 pounds
- Work is normally performed in well lighted, heated, and ventilated shop areas
- Some outside work is performed usually in periods of good weather
- Subject to cuts, bruises, falls and burns
- Appropriate safety equipment such as hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, safety goggles, respirators, etc., are required
Job ID2024-14219Work TypeOn-SiteCompany DescriptionWork Where it MattersTruestone, an Akima company, is not just another federal lifecycle solutions contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.At Truestone, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.For our shareholders , Truestone provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.For our government customers , Truestone delivers everything from requirements and design to operations, logistics, and support at every lifecycle stage for complex systems and networks.As a Truestone employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at ...@akima.com or 571-###-#### (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).