Sheet Metal Fabricator

The Sheet Metal Shop Fabricator is a vital part of our production team, responsible for transforming raw materials into high-quality ductwork and custom components that power our HVAC installations. From interpreting shop drawings and operating fabrication equipment to assembling fittings and preparing deliveries, this role demands accuracy, craftsmanship, and a strong work ethic.

Working in a fast-paced, safety-focused shop environment, you'll support field crews by producing precise, code-compliant pieces that keep schedules on track and installations running smoothly. Your expertise in layout, cutting, bending, and fastening ensures every system starts with a solid foundation.

Sheet Metal Fabricators are highly valued for their technical knowledge, consistency, and pride in their work. Their contributions help streamline jobsite labor, reduce rework, and maintain the highest standards of quality across every project we build.

RK Overview

RK Industries (RK) is a second-generation family-owned business built on hard work and strong values. Led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning, we take pride in delivering a wide range of hands-on services including construction, manufacturing, custom fabrication, and building services. With seven specialized business units working in close coordination, we ensure every job is done right from start to finish. Our proven methods, focus on safety, and commitment to quality help bring our customers' biggest ideas to life.

• Operate trade specific machinery.
• Must be able to read and understand labels, and the ability to pick the proper machine as well as sequence of operation required to form raw materials.
• Interpret job orders and drawings as needed for area of assignment.
• Layout and fabrication of hand makes.
• Inspects and documents product compliance
• Handle materials.
• Working knowledge of capacities of equipment.
• Maintains time records accurately.
• Work closely with other fabricators and labors to improve their skills.
• Maintenance of equipment.
• Assist shop superintendent in the training of new employees.
• Assist shop superintendent with production tracking.
• Work with shop foreman to insure production goals are met.
• Communicate status of orders to the shop superintendent.
• Perform other assignments as directed by shop superintendent.

• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected.
• RK Mechanical employees and subcontractors are required to implement and maintain all safety and health systems practices including the training requirements of RK Mechanical Orientation, shop specific orientation, CPR/First Aid/AED/Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Identification and Reporting, and OSHA 10.

• Work outside, inside, and in dusty, noisy and hazardous areas.
• Work in high places, tight places, confined spaces and/or other adverse locations.
• Climb, balance, squat, kneel and crouch.
• Work in all types of weather.
• Must have working knowledge of all trade materials and tools.
• Ability to lift and carry 51 to 75 lbs. occasionally, and/or 31 to 45 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 16 to 22 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

RK Industries, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law