Professional Resume Template for

Sheet Metal Worker

Connor J. Mahoney

Kansas City, MO

(816) 555-0134

connor.mahoney@email.com

linkedin.com/in/connor-mahoney-sheetmetal | portfolio.com/connor-mahoney-fab

Professional Summary

Precision-focused Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker with 5 years of experience fabricating and installing HVAC ductwork and architectural sheet metal systems. Proven record of fabricating over 45,000 square feet of customized metal panels with a 99.7% quality approval rating. Skilled in operating shears, press brakes, and roll formers, interpreting complex HVAC blueprints, and executing SMAW and GMAW welds. Adept at coordinating with commercial construction crews to install ventilation ducting on projects valued up to $8M, ensuring compliance with SMACNA standards and OSHA safety guidelines while keeping installations 10% ahead of schedule.

Work Experience

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker — Midwest Fab & Construction

Kansas City, MO | October 2023 – Present

  • Fabricated and assembled 28,000 linear feet of galvanized steel HVAC ductwork for a commercial office tower, ensuring 100% compliance with SMACNA standards.
  • Operated CNC press brakes, shears, and roll formers to process over 15,000 pounds of copper and aluminum sheets monthly, keeping scrap rates below 1.5% and saving $4,800 in material costs.
  • Installed heavy-gauge ventilation components and hangers across 4 commercial developments, leading a 3-man crew to complete duct installations 12 days ahead of schedule.
  • Executed 150+ high-quality welds on HVAC joints using GMAW and SMAW processes, achieving a 100% inspection pass rate during structural safety reviews.

Sheet Metal Apprentice / Installer — Apex Mechanical Systems

Kansas City, MO | June 2021 – September 2023

  • Assisted in installing 18,000 square feet of architectural sheet metal panels and flashing, improving building envelope weatherproofing ratings by 12%.
  • Performed daily safety checks and routine maintenance on 10+ fabrication machines, including shears and notchers, contributing to a 100% incident-free job site record.
  • Read and interpreted mechanical blueprints to layout and fabricate 450+ custom fittings and transitions, reducing field rework requests by 22% over 2 years.
  • Organized sheet metal inventory and tooling across 2 warehouse units, which reduced average assembly time by 18% through improved raw material accessibility.

Education

Associate of Applied Science in Sheet Metal Technology

Metropolitan Community College · Kansas City, MO · 2021

Skills

HVAC ductwork, Sheet metal fabrication, CNC press brake, Hydraulic shears, Blueprint reading, SMACNA standards, SMAW (Stick welding), GMAW (MIG welding), Layout & pattern development, Soldering, Architectural flashing, Rigging & signaling, OSHA 10-Hour safety, Measuring tools

Projects

St. Luke's Ventilation Overhaul

Role: Lead Sheet Metal Fabricator

Tools: CNC press brake, SMACNA standards, AutoCAD viewer, HVAC ducting

Fabricated and aligned 1,200 sections of customized supply ductwork, completing the installation 10 days early and saving $15,000 in labor costs.

Sprint Center Flashing Installation

Role: Sheet Metal Installer

Tools: MIG welding, hydraulic shears, safety harness, architectural metal

Installed 8,500 square feet of exterior metal cladding and decorative coping, passing all pressure and water-tight tests on the first inspection.

Certifications

  • SMACNA Sheet Metal Journeyman Certification (2023)
  • OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety (2021)
  • AWS Certified Welder (GMAW - 3G position) (2022)

Additional information

  • Languages: English (Native)
  • Volunteer Work: Fabricated custom metal displays for regional trade-school showcase (2023-present)
  • Availability: 2 weeks notice

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Market data and opportunities for

Sheet Metal Worker

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$48,000

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$82,000

Avg:

$62,000

Growth Outlook:

The demand for skilled Sheet Metal Workers in the construction industry remains steady, driven by the installation and maintenance of complex HVAC systems. As energy efficiency regulations tighten, buildings require advanced ventilation ductwork to minimize heat loss, increasing the reliance on qualified installers. Job openings in the United States are projected to grow by 2% from 2024 to 2034, with roughly 10,600 annual openings arising from retirements and career transitions. Workers with modern machine training will see the best job prospects.

2% growth over 10 years

Key Skills Required

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Hands-on experience in sheet metal fabrication and HVAC duct installation || Proficiency with fabrication machinery like shears, press brakes, and roll formers || Certified welding capabilities in SMAW or GMAW processes and ability to read SMACNA standards

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