Metal Fabrication Shop Assistant (Hands-On Trainee)

Build Your Skills in a Busy Metal Shop

Clarkston, WA | Full-Time | Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:00 PM | Optional OT on Fridays | $20–$30/hr DOE

Why This Role

  • Hands-on training alongside experienced tradespeople.
  • Exposure to residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
  • Grow practical skills in sheet metal and structural fabrication.

What You’ll Do

  • Assist with sheet metal layout, cutting, forming, assembly, and installs.
  • Support structural fabrication: welding support, grinding, finishing, and painting.
  • Use hand and power tools safely; help with shop equipment as trained.
  • Read basic drawings, follow specs, and measure precisely.
  • Handle materials, keep projects organized, and maintain a safe, clean work area.
  • Collaborate with a skilled team and learn best practices every day.

What You’ll Bring

  • Valid driver’s license (required).
  • Intro experience in fabrication, sheet metal, construction, or similar (preferred).
  • Mechanical aptitude; comfortable with common shop tools.
  • Team player who communicates clearly and stays focused.
  • Dependable, on time, and willing to learn.
  • Physically able to work in shop/construction environments.
  • Able to record measurements and notes clearly.

Bonus Points For

  • Sheet metal fabrication and installation
  • Welding, grinding, structural steel, and metal finishing
  • Woodworking or general construction experience
  • Exposure to forklifts, excavators, scissor lifts, man lifts, telehandlers
  • Sheet metal tools: snips, tongs, hammers, dividers, squares
  • Mechanical tools: socket sets, wrenches, pry bars

Tools to Bring

Always have a tape measure, a Leatherman (or similar multitool), and a pen/pencil on you.

About the Work

Our client offers design, fabrication, mechanical, construction, and specialty building services across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors—so your projects will be varied and engaging.

Apply Today

Ready to jump in and grow your fabrication career?

APPLY NOW or email your resume/experience to Jaclyn at [email protected].

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