Looking to build a hands-on career you can be proud of? As a Sheet Metal Shop Apprentice, you will dive into the world of commercial sheet metal shop experience. From your first day on the job, you will work side-by-side with experienced professionals where you will learn cutting, forming, and assembling sheet metal ductwork and custom components for HVAC and industrial projects using a variety of tools and machines.
Over four years, you’ll master everything from reading cut sheets to layout and cutting sheet metal materials to final assembly of the duct work and even learning basic welding techniques through our apprenticeship classes. Every day brings the opportunity to build something real, take on bigger challenges, and become a vital part of a high-performing team.
We are looking for motivated, dependable individuals who are ready to show up, work hard, and keep raising the bar. If you are someone who loves solving problems, working with your hands, and being part of something bigger, this is where your future in the trades starts.
Ready to earn while you learn — and set yourself up for a career that lasts a lifetime? Join us!
In this role, you will be responsible for
Skill Progression Across the Program:
Physical Requirements
** The team you will be joining:**
Our Shop department is a group of skilled professionals that plays an important role in ensuring our projects run smoothly from the ground up. This team is responsible for the assembly, fabrication, and preparation of materials and components needed for mechanical installations in the field. As a member of the Shop team, you will collaborate with foreman to ensure high-quality standards are met while working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Whether it’s creating custom fabrication components with our water jet, assembling ductwork work or welding sheet metal pieces, your work will help set the foundation for successful projects once they get to the jobsite. Joining this team means being part of a group that prides itself on craftsmanship, efficiency, expertise and a commitment to excellence.
Who we are looking for
You are a hands-on problem solver who takes pride in precision, craftsmanship, and getting the job done right the first time. From reading cut sheets and bending metal to troubleshooting machines, you bring skill, focus, and efficiency to every task. You know your way around fabrication tools, understand different sheet metals, and can spot excellent quality from a mile away. With strong attention to detail, excellent hand-eye coordination, and a safety-first mindset, you follow all safety and equipment guidelines. You communicate well with co-workers, stay organized, meet deadlines, and work just as effectively on your own as you do in a team. You are attentive, eager to learn, and bring a positive attitude to the shop every day—ready to build with accuracy and step in into the field or wherever needed to get the job done.
Qualifications
Who we are
New England Air Systems is proud to serve as the industry leader in comprehensive mechanical systems throughout Vermont, New Hampshire, and upstate New York. We design, build, install, maintain, and service HVAC, refrigeration, and plumbing systems for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients. With a legacy of living our values since 1972, we are committed to customer relationships and building systems that last.
We believe that great work starts with great people. That’s why we foster a culture built on collaboration, growth, and excellence. As one of Vermont’s top employers, we invest in our team through ongoing training and advancement opportunities—ensuring that you are not just doing a job but building a career that lasts a lifetime.
Benefits
The base hourly range for this role is $18.00 to $31.00 per hour based upon a scale increase on levels 1-4 in the apprenticeship program. We determine final compensation based on discussions with applicants and their experience in similar roles.