Sheet Metal Workers
Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products and equipment, such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes, and furnace casings. Work may involve any of the following: setting up and operating fabricating machines to cut, bend, and straighten sheet metal; shaping metal over anvils, blocks, or forms using hammer; operating soldering and welding equipment to join sheet metal parts; or inspecting, assembling, and smoothing seams and joints of burred surfaces. Includes sheet metal duct installers who install prefabricated sheet metal ducts used for heating, air conditioning, or other purposes.
Common Job Titles
Annual wage data for Sheet Metal Workers (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
117,470
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $38,030 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $102,680 |
| Workers on average earn | $66,110 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Mechanical4.2/5
- Building and Construction3.8/5
- Mathematics3.8/5
- Design3.6/5
- English Language3.4/5
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings