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Technological changes and advances in sheet metal industry work requires increasingly higher levels of workers in all phases of the building construction industry. If you like to build things, a job in sheet metal is for you. You'll work with one of the most versatile materials in construction — metal. You'll immediately earn a living wage, benefits, pension plan, steady work, and as a member of a local union, gain a voice in a organization that looks out for you and your fellow workers. iTi’s curricula have been evaluated for college credit by the American Council on Education, and apprentices get credit toward an Associates degree as they complete their apprenticeship.  

Sheet metal workers are involved with the applications of all types of sheet metal. Job opportunities are diverse and may include fabrication, installation and maintenance of heating, air conditioning and ventilating systems as well as gutters, roofing, siding, or food service equipment. Architectural sheet metal workers' fabricate and install brass and copper ornamentation, columns, skylights, signs and metal ceilings that add beauty to commercial and residential buildings.

The union sheet metal worker may be involved with Architectural Sheet Metal — brass and copper ornamentation, columns, skylights, signs and metal ceilings, and downspouts. Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning — design, fabricate, and install. Testing, Adjusting and Balancing — fine tuning and maintaining HVAC components. Use of Computers — to fabricate sheet metal products and troubleshoot HVAC systems. Health and Safety and Environmental training. Food and Beverage — Stainless steel fabrication and installation in restaurants, cafeterias etc. Welding — fusing different types of metal using the latest technological processes. Service Work — installing, maintaining and repair of equipment that conditions air. Siding and Decking — rigging and installation of building components relating to floors and walls. Pattern Development— development of patterns for objects to be constructed.

Apprenticeship requires a high school or GED diploma. Some areas of the U.S. and Canada may require written exams and/or personal interviews to enter the apprenticeship. The industry needs willing young people with the desire and aptitude to listen, learn and become skilled craftsmen who want to develop job-related skills and career goals.

Sheet Metal workers are in good physical condition. They have above average mechanical and mathematical skills. They possess good eye-hand coordination, spatial/form perception and manual dexterity. They like working with both their hands and minds. They want to learn. Their personalities include patience, dependability, accuracy, ability to get along with others in a team atmosphere, and enjoy seeing a job come to its completion.

Below are some of the many fields in the sheet metal industry.