Sheet Metal Technician P1 1st Shift
Trane Technologies
- Location
- Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States of America
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- H-1B history
- 13 approvals (FY2023)
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
About this role
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies , and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King , sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go. Where is the work: On-Site (5 days) What's in it for you: Responsible to build custom engineered HVAC equipment in a shop environment utilizing equipment construction skills and knowledge of all facets of sheet metal fabrication, structural welding, and assembly, understanding of structural and sheet metal welding and installation of major and minor assemblies.
What you will do
Responsible for designing, fabricating, and installing custom modifications on assigned projects. Uses a variety of hand tools, pictures, and verbal instructions to fabricate sheet metal parts, weld sheet metal, weld structural components and frames, install all major/ minor mechanical and structural components in cabinets of HVAC equipment. Preps and paints components to create a finished, professional product. Completes assembly and welding requirements on assigned projects on time, with high quality, and within budget. Assists team members of other trades as needed; performs other trade work when needed. Prepares for assigned projects by examining project binders, consulting with the project manager and other technicians, trade team leaders and production shop supervisor, anticipating difficulties, gathering materials, and coordinating work, as necessary. Maintains tools and equipment by inspecting for signs of wear and performing any needed periodic maintenance. Maintains work area in neat, clean, organized manner. Documents work by completing paperwork on each job, including daily time, quality check sheets, Traveler, and parts logs. Maintains project files. Forwards all required paperwork and reports in a timely manner to the next production work center. Effectively works with purchasing and stocking personnel and returns unused resources. Identifies parts to order for construction, testing, and repair of equipment. Assists with general office and shop initiatives as needed, helping to improve the business while controlling expenses and increasing income. Works closely with other project technicians, temporary technicians, subcontractors, project managers, project engineers, trade team leaders, production shop supervisor and interns in a team environment, offering technical advice, status information, and other help as needed. Communicates effectively with project managers and teammates regarding issues of project scope and schedule. Attends, contributes to, and/or leads meetings with team members, salesmen, customers, and management as needed. Follows company standards for construction and quality. Follows company safety policies. Promotes company safety policies to team members and subcontractors. Provides technical support, service, or training at customer site when needed. Flexibility to work overtime/weekends, as required. Flexibility to occasionally work in other company departments when needed. Flexibility to occasionally travel with occasional overnight stays. Participates and communicates new ideas and initiatives for the sheet metal team. Has a clear understanding of our companies Code of Ethics and Compliance and promotes our companies Culture, understands rules and policies, and follows all that apply.
What you will bring
Two (2) years sheet metal fabrication and experience preferred. An understanding for safe