Sheet Metal Worker

Sheet metal workers fabricate or install products that are made from thin metal sheets, such as ducts used for heating and air conditioning. 

Median hourly wage: $20.35

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Start Here

Sheet metal workers fabricate or install products that are made from thin metal sheets, such as ducts used for heating and air conditioning.

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High School Diploma/GED Certificate

Education: A high school diploma, GED certificate, or College Degree is recommended, but not required. Some apprenticeship programs require age of 17.5. high school diploma/GED certificate, and 1 year of high school algebra.

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Earn Credentials

Most sheet metal workers learn their trade through 4- or 5-year apprenticeships.

Pass Pre-Employment Tests and Become a...

Complete education/training program (1st step) and time required

2nd step up and time required

Training facilities available

Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC)
1400 Kellogg Dr.
Anaheim, CA 92807

Southern California Sheet Metal JATC
633 N Baldwin Park Blvd.
City of Industry, CA 91746

Long Beach City College
4901 Carson St.
Long Beach, CA 90808

Los Angeles Trade-Tech College
400 W Washington Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90015