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Trades Specialist (Sheet Metal)

Position Information

Position Title: Trades Specialist (Sheet Metal)
Department: Campus Operations
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/57214
Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

• Performs skilled sheet metal work in HVAC systems and related areas.
• Utilizes a wide range of tools including shears, brakes, riveters, welders, grinders, and soldering guns.
• Fabricates, installs, and repairs sheet metal components including air ducts, HVAC housings, cabinets, and laboratory equipment.
• Selects appropriate type and gauge of metal based on job specifications.
• Marks, cuts, bends, and shapes metal using hand tools and power equipment.
• Soldering, welding, or riveting parts together to assemble final products.
• Finishes edges and seams to ensure safety, functionality, and appearance.
• Inspects finished items for quality and adherence to design.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment, following all applicable safety guidelines.
• Keeps records of materials used and reports inventory needs.
• Uses computer to document service work performed.
• Operates computers used in the field of direct digital controls (D.D.C.).
• Provides high level of customer service.
• Expected to perform emergency service promptly when-notified.
• Reviews and interprets blueprints, diagrams, and written specifications to determine project requirements.
• Works with and direct outside contractors when necessary.
• May train and oversee junior or support personnel performing sheet metal tasks.

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

• Four years of full-time experience in a trade under a skilled tradesperson which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship,
• Or equivalent program;
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in skilled trades at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Four years of full-time experience as a Sheet Metal Worker in the HVAC industry
• Have a working knowledge of computers and equipment used in the field facilities operations and HVAC control systems

Physical Demands