Sheet Metal Fabricator/Estimator

Position: Sheet Metal Fabricator/Estimator

Reports To: Service Manager

Department: Service

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Employment Type: Full time

Position Summary

The Sheet Metal Fabricator/Estimator position combines hands on metal fabrication expertise with analytical estimating skills to prepare accurate cost quotes for custom metal projects. Responsibilities include interpreting blueprints, calculating material and labor costs, preparing bids, and supporting fabrication and installation of metal structures and equipment for commercial refrigeration, HVAC, and mechanical projects. The role works independently with occasional team collaboration under direct supervision.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Review and interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications to conduct material take offs and develop accurate labor, material, and equipment cost estimates.
• Prepare comprehensive bid proposals, RFIs, and RFQs.
• Solicit and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotes for competitive pricing.
• Work with project managers to transition awarded bids into production.
• Use management systems and cost databases to document work, track estimates, and analyze bid performance.
• Perform fabrication tasks including measuring, cutting, bending, shaping, welding, riveting, soldering, and assembly of sheet metal components.
• Maintain clean and orderly workspaces.
• Mentor and train shop personnel.
• Support team and departmental goals through effective communication, professionalism, and reliability.
• Comply with all company and industry safety standards.

Marginal Functions/Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned by authorized personnel.