Job Details

Sheet Metal Installer

Pay Rate: $27–$32/hour

Location: NW Portland, OR 97210

Job Overview

This role involves fabricating, assembling, installing, and repairing sheet metal components aboard marine vessels. The Sheet Metal Installer will build and install ventilation systems, bulkheads, lockers, furniture, and other structural elements while maintaining high standards of precision, quality, and safety. The position requires the ability to read blueprints, operate various hand and power tools, and work efficiently in demanding shipyard environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal components on ships and marine vessels

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications

• Perform layout, cutting, bending, and joining of metal with accuracy

• Operate hand and power tools including shears, press brakes, and welding equipment

• Ensure all work meets strict quality, accuracy, and safety standards

• Work in confined and physically demanding spaces while maintaining focus and productivity

• Collaborate with other trades and departments to meet project timelines

Essential Skills

• Strong experience in sheet metal fabrication and installation

• Ability to read and work from blueprints and technical drawings

• Proficiency with hand and power tools, including shears, press brakes, and welding equipment

• Knowledge of ductwork installation and HVAC systems

Additional Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a shipyard or marine environment

• Physical stamina and comfort working in tight or strenuous conditions

Why Join This Team?

This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment where craftsmanship and attention to detail are highly valued. You'll collaborate with skilled tradespeople and contribute directly to high‑quality marine projects.

Work Environment

The role is based onsite at shipyards in NW Portland. Work will take place both outdoors and inside marine vessels. Candidates should be prepared for cold, dark, and variable conditions depending on the season.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 24, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.