Sheet Metal Fabricator

Job Summary

CECO is a leading, environmentally focused diversified industrial company, delivering innovative solutions that protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment worldwide. With more than 150 years of history and deep application expertise, CECO serves a broad range of industries, including air, water, and energy transition markets. Our legacy began in 1869 with the founding of the Dean Brothers Pump Company, addressing high-temperature pumping challenges. A century later, Claremont Engineering was established, evolving into CECO Environmental. Today, CECO proudly encompasses over 20 trusted brands, each committed to providing solutions that safeguard people, the environment, and industrial operations. 

As part of the CECO Environmental family of brands, Kemco Systems plays a critical role in delivering specialized water solutions that protect both people and the environment. By joining our team, you’ll contribute to our shared mission of protecting global industrial operations and shaping the future of environmental stewardship. 

The Sheet Metal Fabricator is responsible for fabricating, assembly, install, and repair of sheet metal products and equipment. Work may involve any of the following: setting up and operating fabricating machines to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal; shaping metal over anvils, blocks, or forms using hammer; operating soldering and welding equipment to join sheet metal parts; or inspecting, assembling, and smoothing seams and joints of burred surfaces. You will be welding in very tight confined spaces, i.e.: inside a small tank.

Your Responsibilities will be:

• Set up and operation of hydraulic press brake; forming various sheet metal and plate parts  
• Set up and operation of plate rolls; material size ranges from 20 gauge to 1/4” plate. 
• Set up and operation of sheet metal shear. Must be able to calculate best cut to minimize scrap. 
• Must be able to MIG weld from 20 gauge to 3/8” plate; stainless, and carbon steel material.  
• Must understand or be willing to learn the forming process of various sheet metal parts such as pressed elbows, gorelocked elbows, collars, sleeves, tee branches, reducers, etc. 
• Must be able to weld in very tight confined spaces, i.e.: inside a small tank.
• Set up and operation of hydraulic press brake; forming various sheet metal and plate parts  
• Set up and operation of plate rolls; material size ranges from 20 gauge to 1/4” plate. 
• Set up and operation of sheet metal shear. Must be able to calculate best cut to minimize scrap. 
• Must be able to MIG weld from 20 gauge to 3/8” plate; stainless, and carbon steel material.  
• Must understand or be willing to learn the forming process of various sheet metal parts such as pressed elbows, gorelocked elbows, collars, sleeves, tee branches, reducers, etc. 
• Must understand or be willing to learn the operation of plate rolls, spot welders and various machines in the process of forming parts; forming material that ranges from 20 gauge to 1/4” plate. 
• Reads assembly prints and procedures 
• Other job duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or GED required; Trade or Technical School Degree Preferred
• 5 years of experience in sheet metal fabrication 
• Good mechanical skills.  
• Basic math skills and the ability to read assembly prints and procedures. 
• Punctual
• Ability to work independently and self-motivated.
• Team player, able to get along with a diverse group of people working towards a common goal.
• Graduate of a welding school and welding certification are a plus

Skills & Abilities:

• Mechanical knowledge and the ability to read assembly prints and/or procedures.  
• Basic knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.  
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.  
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. 

Travel Requirements: no

ADA Requirements:   

Production Environment  

Positions in this function typically require typing, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. 

Concentrated mental and/or visual attention. The work involves performing complex tasks to very close accuracy and quality specifications, or a high degree of hand and eye coordination for sustained periods. 

The job is typically performed under comfortable working conditions; any disagreeable elements are generally absent during normal performance of job. 

Frequently work in temperatures above 90F – facility has no AC 

May occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces 

Noise level in the work environment is frequently loud 

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel. 

We Offer: 

We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and much more.  

At CECO, we are committed to a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.  

ABOUT US 

CECO’s Commitment to Our People 

At CECO, our people are at the center of everything we do. Whether you’re a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring opportunities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with CECO. 

ABOUT CECO 

CECO Environmental is a leading environmentally focused, diversified industrial company whose solutions protect people, the environment, and industrial equipment across the globe, serving a broad landscape of industrial air, industrial water and energy transition markets. 

We serve these markets and our global customers through our key business segments: Engineered Systems and Industrial Process Solutions. Learn more about CECO by visiting About Us. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

CECO is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. 

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