Bisschops Industries is seeking Licensed Sheet Metal Apprentices and Journeypersons. If you carry these qualifications and want to join a challenging work environment with an employer who supports continuous learning, we look forward to hearing from you.
Bisschops Industries was founded in 2007 in Sudbury, Ontario as a HVAC installation company servicing Sudbury, Ontario. Bisschops has grown since then and has achieved a unique status in Sudbury in the commercial, institutional, and industrial sectors. We proudly remain committed to our customers across Northern Ontario.
Our success in the last 19 years can be accredited to our team’s ability to recognize and recruit focused individuals who are intent on improving together to meet our project goals.
Our team continues to take pride in ourselves and our work as we continually advance through innovation, training and technology.
With a strong commitment to health, safety, and the protection of the environment, Bisschops Industries has earned a reputation as a people-first, environmentally conscious, socially responsible constructor.
Overview
The Sheet Metal Worker is responsible for fabricating, assembling, installing, and repairing sheet metal products and systems used in commercial and industrial applications. This includes laying out, measuring, marking, cutting, shaping, fitting, and installing sheet metal components, ductwork, ventilation systems, hoods, and related equipment.
Apprentices perform these duties under the guidance and supervision of experienced journeypersons while developing the knowledge and skills required to become certified. Journeypersons are expected to work independently, demonstrate technical expertise, and may provide guidance and supervision to apprentices and other workers when required.
Responsibilities & Duties
- Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products related to assigned projects.
- Operate metalworking machines to cut, punch, drill, shape, and straighten sheet metal.
- Lay out, measure, and mark sheet metal accurately.
- Inspect finished products to ensure quality and conformity to specifications.
- Cut materials using power tools or hand tools.
- Fit, join, and install sheet metal fittings, ductwork, hoods, and related equipment.
- Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings, and specifications.
- Fabricate or modify parts on-site using shears, hammers, punches, drills, and other tools.
- Install and safely use rigging and hoisting equipment.
- Drill and punch holes in metal for screws, bolts, and rivets.
- Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work.
- Handle materials and equipment manually.
- Perform physically demanding work, including standing for extended periods and repetitive motions.
- Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
- Journeypersons may be required to mentor, train, and supervise apprentices and other workers.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to meet operational requirements.
Work Conditions
- Field work (outdoors, dusty and dirty environments)
- Indoor work in non-environmentally controlled settings
- Exposure to hazardous conditions, equipment, machinery, and tools
- Exposure to loud noise and varying lighting conditions
- Risk of cuts, abrasions, and other skin injuries
- Driving company vehicles, requiring extended periods of sitting and maintaining focus
- Occasional work outside regular business hours to meet project requirements
Certificates, Licenses & Qualifications
Apprentice
- Registered or eligible to register in the 308A Sheet Metal Apprenticeship program.
- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn the trade.
- Basic understanding of hand and power tools.
- Physically capable of lifting, bending, climbing, and performing manual labour.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Basic math, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- Valid Driver's License
Journeyperson
- 308A Sheet Metal Trade Certification.
- Minimum five (5) years of related HVAC or sheet metal industry experience.
- Ability to work independently and mentor apprentices.
- Strong technical knowledge of sheet metal fabrication and installation.
- Valid Driver's License.
Journeyperson pay is $42-$48 based on experience.
Apprentice pay is based on experience.
Pay: $42.00-$48.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company events
- Dental care
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Greater Sudbury, ON P3B 2G5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Red Seal Certified or (308A) Sheet Metal Trade certification (required)
- Driver's License. (required)
Work Location: In person
