• Sheet Metal Installer

    Aerotek (San Diego, CA)


    Sheet Metal Installer - North Island, Coronado

    Job Description

    + We are seeking a skilled Metal Installer with extensive experience in the installation and construction of ship components. This role involves installing bulkheads, ceiling panels, doors, trim, windows, rails, and hardware, as well as participating in related construction activities on Navy ships. The Metal Installer will work closely with large sheet metal pieces, valves, and bulkheads and must adhere to Navy Standards, utilizing blueprints for guidance.

    Responsibilities

    + Install bulkheads, ceiling panels, doors, trim, windows, rails, and hardware on Navy ships.

    + Assist in the installation of insulation for compartment floors, ceilings, and walls.

    + Work with Tac welding and large sheet-metal pieces for initial placement before full welding.

    + Read and interpret blueprints to guide installation and assembly processes.

    + Fabricate, assemble, modify, and repair various sheet metal products including ventilation systems, housings, metal partitions, and more.

    + Operate metalworking machines and use precision instruments for fabrication.

    + Verify the conformance of fabricated items to blueprint specifications.

    Essential Skills

    + Installation of bulkheads, ceiling panels, doors, and windows.

    + Experience with shipyard operations and sheet metal fabrication.

    + Ability to read and understand blueprints for layout, assembly, and installation.

    + Knowledge of tools and equipment used in the sheet metal trade.

    + Understanding of shop mathematics and principles.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Minimum of 3+ years of marine experience, preferably with sheet metal habitability.

    + Previous experience on CVN Class Navy ships is preferred.

    + Familiarity with ship repair work and custom fabrication of ship components.

    Work Environment

    + The work is performed at various shipyard facilities in San Diego, CA, including Nassco, BAE, CMSD, North Island, and the Naval Base on 32nd Street.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/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 San Diego,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2025.

    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.