Sheet Metal Mechanic – $36/hr + $120/Day Per Diem | Huntsville, AL

Sheet Metal Mechanic | Per Diem

Location: Huntsville Area, AL

Employment Type: Project-based

Compensation: $36.00/hour

Per Diem: $120/day for qualified travelers

About the Opportunity

Kodiak is hiring Sheet Metal Mechanics for commercial and industrial construction work in the Huntsville area. You’ll install, modify, and repair sheet metal ductwork and HVAC components, working from project drawings and specifications to deliver secure, properly sealed installations. This role is a great fit for tradespeople who take pride in quality work, put safety first, and work well alongside other skilled trades.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications to determine installation requirements
• Measure, cut, bend, and fit sheet metal for ductwork, transitions, offsets, and connections
• Install ducts, vents, hangers, and supports to project requirements and SMACNA standards
• Hang ductwork securely, keeping it properly aligned and level
• Join and seal duct sections using collars, flanges, bolts, and other specified fastening methods
• Sketch transitions and connections for fabrication under supervision
• Inspect completed work for accuracy, fit, sealing, and compliance with specifications, and repair or replace components as needed
• Maintain tools and equipment, follow site safety procedures, and coordinate work with other trades

What Success Looks Like

• Installations completed accurately and to drawings and specifications
• Schedules met without cutting corners on workmanship
• Your own work inspected and any issues addressed right away
• Safety hazards and installation problems recognized and reported to supervision

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school education
• Basic understanding of HVAC systems and components
• Ability to read and interpret project drawings
• Ability to read and write English, follow verbal and written instructions, and perform basic math
• Ability to safely use the tools and equipment used in sheet metal installation
• Must pass an extensive, project-specific criminal background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous HVAC or sheet metal installation experience
• Commercial or industrial construction experience
• OSHA 10 certification

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Lift and carry 30 to 50 lbs and handle tools and materials, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Climb ladders and scaffolding, work at heights, and maintain balance
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, pull, and reach as required
• Work on active construction sites with uneven surfaces, obstructed pathways, varying noise levels, and possible exposure to dust and chemicals
• Follow all required safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE