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Sheet Metal Technician D

Job ID:

250920

Location:

MD - Carmen Turner Facility

Full/Part Time:

Full-Time

Posting Open-Close

10/10/2025

-

10/24/2025

Union

689

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Job Description

This job opening is being used to fill current and future vacant positions in this classification at various shifts, locations and assigned days off.

ORDER OF PREFERENCE: The selection for Maintenance and Construction is made on the basis of fitness and ability with preference given to: Maintenance and Construction District, System-Wide (L689), Authority-Wide and external candidates, respectively.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

+ High school diploma or possession of a high school equivalency diploma (GED)

Experience

_Twelve (12) months following the achievement of a particular grade level (i.e. Grades D, C, B, A and AA), an incumbent may be advanced to the next grade level provided he/she has taken and passed any required written or practical tests, acquired any required certifications and has met acceptable fitness for duty, work record and job performance requirements._

+ **Sheet Metal Technician D Level**

+ A minimum of two (2) years¿ experience performing satisfactorily the duties of a Sheet Metal Technician, or related field

Certification/Licensure

+ A District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia motor vehicle operator's permit issued from jurisdiction of residence

Preferred

+ N/A

Medical Group

Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

Job Summary

The Sheet Metal Technician performs complex sheet metal work. Employee repairs, assembles and installs sheet metal parts and assemblies, and fabricates modifications according to engineering-approved designs. In addition, the employee uses an understanding of metallurgy and industry best practices in the use of materials, parts and tools associated with sheet metal work. Employee works with metals that include galvanized and black iron, aluminum and aluminum alloys, stainless steel, copper and brass sheets, lead alloys and bronze.

**_Job Levels_** _: At each successive grade level of this job (i.e. Grades D, C, B, A, and AA), the incumbent is expected to demonstrate increased, distinguishing levels of proficiency and efficiency in knowledge, skills and abilities when performing the assigned duties and essential functions described in this job description_

**_¿AA Lead¿ Level_** _:_ In addition to performing the general duties and essential functions described at a mastery journeyman level, the incumbent is responsible for ensuring all work responsibilities of a group or team are properly completed in a timely manner and acts in the absence of the supervisor as required.

Essential Functions

+ Fabricates sheet metal parts and assemblies according to ¿as-built,¿ original equipment manufacturer specifications or engineer-approved modifications. Is responsible for layout, cut, form, join assembly and installation for primarily heating, air conditioning and ventilating pipes and ducts, escalator panels, roofing; and transition pieces for fire and life safety equipment such as tunnel and under platform fans. Lays out work assignments, determines methods, techniques and materials needed to effectively accomplish assignments.

+ Constructs various items, which have combinations of straight and curved edges, irregular curves and planes. Operates hand and power machines such as slip roll forming machine, box and pan brakes, rotary machines with forming rills and crimpers, and bending machines.

+ Calculates material requirements; constructs and assembles required patterns, and templates to ensure efficient use of materials. Uses soldering and welding equipment in the fabrication and assembly of items, parts and assemblies.

+ Fabricates mechanical systems such as rectangular straight duct, rectangular radius throat, heel elbow duct and equipment casing and housing. Fabricates architectural and roofing sheet metal components such as batten seam metal roof panels, caps and battens, and flat lock roof panels. Applies the principals of radial line combined with parallel line development when constructing complex patterned items.

+ Refinishes and bronzes rail platform pylons and escalator panels. Ensures facilities are operationally safe, maintained, and that the appearance of the Authority's properties are uniform and appealing.

+ Completes the required forms, tags, and other documentation that records maintenance work completed, enters data into computer records, and prepares parts requisitions for the supervisor's approval. Ensures equipment, systems and associated mechanical devices are maintained according to Authority standards and manufacturer standards.

+ Attends and passes the required safety training classes and continuously learns industry best practices for working safely and efficiently. Performs assignments according to established safety best practices and maintenance guidelines.

The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Other Functions

+ Works with various departments to review manpower availability and selects an appropriate number of work orders for scheduling.

+ Assist in conducting physical inventory of any new or rehabilitated equipment, recording inventory data into the asset management system (i.e. Maximo), and coordinating equipment numbers and serial numbers. Performs inventory induction process, which may involve accessing equipment on or underneath railcars.

+ Optimizes maintenance scheduling analysis by assisting in the gathering of interdepartmental data by running SQL queries and developing reports for maintenance and operation offices.

+ Prepares scheduled maintenance projections for budget planning purposes.

+ Assists Maintenance Planners with procurement of needed parts for kitted jobs, and ensure all non-stock parts are ordered with sufficient lead time to ensure timely delivery at staging for various scheduled work.

+ Visit the field to assure that all job plan steps are being complied with.

+ Serves as backup and support for other Maintenance Planning and Scheduling personnel when they are absent due to vacation, sickness, or special projects.

+ Collaborates with WMATA¿s internal departments including Quality, Engineering, and all respective maintenance departments.

+ Trains other staff members in work methods and procedures.

Evaluation Criteria

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:

+ Skills and/or behavioral assessment

+ Personal interview

+ Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)

+ Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)

+ Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)

+ Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.