Lead Sheet Metal Installer
Job Description
Job Description
Lead Sheet Metal Installer
Richard's Heating and Air Repair, Inc.
Tri-Valley Area, CA (Sunol, Hayward, Livermore, Alamo, Pleasanton, Dublin & surrounding communities)
$30.00 - $45.00 per hour (DOE) | Full-Time
Richard's Heating and Air Repair is a locally owned, family-operated HVAC company with over 25 years of trusted service in the Tri-Valley area. We specialize in high-quality residential and light commercial installations, maintenance, and repairs.
We are looking for an experienced Lead Sheet Metal Installer to lead our sheet metal fabrication and installation team.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour
- 401(k) with company match up to 4%
- 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision for employee only
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation (5 days after first year)
- PTO / Sick Leave earned at 1 hour per 30 hours worked (per California requirements)
What You'll Do
- Lead the installation of saddles, coping, flashing, metal panels, and custom sheet metal components
- Read and interpret architectural and mechanical drawings
- Oversee layout, cutting, forming, and assembly of sheet metal
- Ensure all work meets safety standards, building codes, and quality expectations
- Ability to drive to job sites daily
- Mentor and supervise sheet metal helpers and apprentices
- Maintain a clean and organized job site and shop environment
- Possess excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Technical or trade school certification in sheet metal or HVAC preferred
- Minimum 5+ years of hands-on architectural or HVAC sheet metal experience
- Strong ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
- Proficient in sheet metal fabrication techniques
- Previous leadership or crew lead experience
- Valid California driver's license with clean driving record
- OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, bending, and lifting for extended periods
Physical & Work Environment
- Must wear proper PPE at all times
- Comfortable working in a production shop environment with exposure to noise, sharp materials, and machinery
- Able to stand, bend, and lift for extended periods
This is a full-time, in-person position. No phone calls or office visits please. All candidates must apply online.