Sheet Metal Worker

Sheet Metal Worker

Salary

$30.53 - $38.17 Hourly

Location

700 W State Street, Milwaukee, WI

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-05740

Division

Facilities & Operations

Opening Date

08/27/2026

Closing Date

9/6/2026 10:00 PM Central

Application Requirements

Applicants must complete the online application in full and provide detailed information regarding their work history, including duties and responsibilities for each position listed.

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Description

Under general direction of the Manager, Engineering Services, performs a full range of duties with sheet metal work and HVAC system maintenance on MATC's physical facilities and equipment. Work is performed with considerable independent judgment. Supervision received is general in nature using established procedures and general objectives. Works closely with other professionals in a team approach.

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsins largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Fabricates, installs, troubleshoots, maintains, modifies and repairs heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) and physical plant equipment including, but not limited to, fans, fan motors, sheaves, belts, bearings, dampers, controls, operators, ductwork, filters, package HVAC and built-up HVAC units, lockers, doors, desks, furniture, restroom partitions, tools, exterior sheet metal and stainless steel surfaces.
• Removes, dismantles, and cleans HVAC equipment.
• Air balances complex HVAC systems.
• Constructs guards, bumpers, housings, carts, tools, ducts, brackets, and pans. Secures and installs academic and service equipment.
• Independently troubleshoots HVAC problems.
• Welds, cuts, bends, forms, joins, and rivets sheet metal and other materials.
• Maintains, specifies, and inventories sheet metal and related metal repair parts; repair of equipment and facilities.
• Provides technical assistance to Operations Department and Trades personnel for the daily operations, maintenance and repair of equipment and facilities.
• Coordinates and trains contract sheet metal workers.
• Assists in the coordination and inspection of contracted modifications and installations
• Attends in-servicetraining,workshopsandothereducationalactivitiesas requiredorassigned.
• Performs other related duties as required for the efficient operations of the division.

Qualifications

Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards/requirements, as well as all MATC policies and procedures.

• Required Education: High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Required Experience: Six (6) years of experience in building or industrial maintenance and HVAC resolution experience.
• Required License/Certification: Journeyman Sheet metal mechanic certificate of Apprenticeship; valid Wisconsin driver's license and personal transportation in which tools and equipment can be transported and possess other basic tools of the trade.

Preferred Education:Some college-level coursework or Technical/Associate's degree with coursework in related field.

Preferred Experience:Prefer more than six (6) years of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Advanced skill in sheet metal construction and metal fabricating methods: welding, cutting, shearing, forming, bending, drilling, threading, etc.
• Knowledge of operating and air balancing complex HVAC systems, controls, and ability to operate measurement instruments.
• Ability to perform all duties usually associated with journeyman sheet metal work.
• Ability to read, interpret and work from drawing plans and/or specifications.
• Ability to estimate labor, materials and costs from job site inspections and/or plans.
• Ability to measure, plan and prepare specifications and sketches for minor sheet metal projects.
• Ability to coordinate and direct the work of contracted sheet metal mechanics.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to record duties performed.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in the use of a personal computer, computer applications and software such as Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse student and employee populations.
• Ability to work successfully with minimal supervision.

Competencies The ideal candidate cultivates innovation, optimizes work processes, ensures accountability, collaborates effectively, demonstrates interpersonal savvy, communicates effectively, instills trust, maintains a customer focus, is action-oriented, values differences, prioritizes self-development, and shows compassion.

Supplemental Information

This is a full-time, in-person position based primarily at the Downtown Milwaukee campus. This position serves the entire district and requires travel to all campuses. Employees in this position typically work 40 hours per week, consisting of 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with standard hours generally between 6:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Work hours and schedules are subject to change based on operational and departmental needs.

Compensation Salary pay rates are listed up to the midpoint of the range

Application Materials & Requirements: Applicants (both internal and external) must complete the employment application in its entirety for consideration.

1. Complete the Employment Application in its Entirety

You must provide thorough and detailed information for all sections of the application form. An incomplete application will not be considered.

EEO/AA Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law. Milwaukee Area Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at 414-297-6529 (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email jobs@matc.edu. Women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Health Insurance

• MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types:
• Low Deductible PPO
• High Deductible PPO

Upon selection, the coverage begins the first of the month following start date. You will have 30 days from your start date to enroll. MATC contributes a generous percentage towards medical insurance premium. Both medical plans include prescription drug coverage at no additional cost to employees. Employees are offered an option to enroll in a Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) with the selection of the Low Deductible PPO plan. Employees are offered an option to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA) with the selection of the High Deductible PPO plan with employer contributions.

Dental Insurance

• MATC offers a group dental plan through Delta Dental.
• Upon selection, the dental insurance plan coverage begins the first of the month following start date.
• Annual maximum per covered person is $2,500; plan covers preventive, routine, restoration, and has an orthodontic benefit for dependents up to age 19.

Vision Insurance

• MATC offers a group vision plan through Superior Vision..Upon selection, the vision insurance plan coverage begins the first of the month following start date.
• Plan covers eye exam, frames, lenses and contact lenses.

Group Life Insurance

• MATC offers group term life insurance benefits through Madison National Life Insurance Company effective the first of the month of start date and is fully paid for by the College. The amount of insurance is based upon the employee's annual earnings rounded to the higher $1,000.00. The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death.
• Supplemental Life Insurance is also available at group rates for employees, spouses, and dependents to purchase.

Long-Term Disability

• MATC offers long-term disability insurance through Madison National Life Company after 30 days of employment and is fully paid for by the College. Benefits provided are equal to 66 2/3% of base monthly earnings.

Flexible Spending Accounts

• MATC offers two types of Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA):
• Health Care FSA
• Dependent Care FSA

This type of benefit allows employees to set aside pre-tax dollars per calendar year for a variety of medical, dental, and vision expenses (for a Health Care FSA) and for day care expenses for children under 13 or family members that are dependent on you for more than half their support (for a Dependent Care FSA) up to a maximum amount.

Retirement Savings

• Regular full-time employees of MATC who are hired for greater than 12 months become members of the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)'s pension system as of day one of employment. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.9%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.9% of salary. There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employees behalf. Contribution rates are subject to change annually as set by the State.
• In addition to the WRS pension account, employees may enroll in other optional retirement savings plan such as a 403(b) account or a 457 account on a pre-tax or post-tax basis.

Sick Leave

• MATC offers employees a generous sick leave plan per year.
• Each employee may accumulate up to 165 days of full sick leave with an unlimited accumulation of half pay sick leave.

Vacation

• MATC offers a vacation policy to employees for the purpose of rest and relaxation.
• Vacation is earned at a generous rate each year of employment. (Not available for Instructors)

Paid & Flexible (Floating) Holidays

• MATC offers 12 paid holidays for non-Faculty positions and 7 paid holidays for Faculty positions.
• MATC provides two flexible (floating) holidays per employee per year. (Not available for Instructors).

Tuition Benefits:

• Employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement and waiver after completing probationary period.
• Amount allowed per fiscal year is 18 credits at MATC or $1,400 at other accredited institutions.

01

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Some College, No Degree
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate or PhD
• Professional Certification or License without a degree
• None of the above

02

Do you have a valid Wisconsin drivers license?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid journeyman Sheet metal mechanic certificate of Apprenticeship?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have personal transportation in which tools and equipment can be transported and possess other basic tools of the trade.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Milwaukee Area Technical College

Address 700 W. State

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53203

Phone 414-297-6529

Website http://www.matc.edu