Lead Sheet Metal Installer

Lead Sheet Metal Installer

Richard's Heating and Air Repair, Inc.

Tri-Valley Area, CA (Sunol, Hayward, Livermore, Alamo, Pleasanton, Dublin & surrounding communities)

$30.00 - $45.00 per hour (DOE) | Full-Time

Richard's Heating and Air Repair is a locally owned, family-operated HVAC company with over 25 years of trusted service in the Tri-Valley area. We specialize in high-quality residential and light commercial installations, maintenance, and repairs.

We are looking for an experienced Lead Sheet Metal Installer to lead our sheet metal fabrication and installation team.

• Competitive hourly pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour
• 401(k) with company match up to 4%
• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision for employee only
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Sick Leave earned at 1 hour per 30 hours worked (per California requirements)

• 1 week (5 days) during the first year
• 2 weeks (10 days) after Year 1
• 3 weeks (15 days) after Year 2
• 4 weeks (20 days) after Year 5

• Lead the installation of saddles, coping, flashing, metal panels, and custom sheet metal components
• Read and interpret architectural and mechanical drawings
• Oversee layout, cutting, forming, and assembly of sheet metal
• Ensure all work meets safety standards, building codes, and quality expectations
• Ability to drive to job sites daily
• Mentor and supervise sheet metal helpers and apprentices
• Maintain a clean and organized job site and shop environment
• Possess excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• High school diploma or GED
• Technical or trade school certification in sheet metal or HVAC preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of hands‑on architectural or HVAC sheet metal experience
• Strong ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Proficient in sheet metal fabrication techniques
• Previous leadership or crew lead experience
• Valid California driver's license with clean driving record
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, bending, and lifting for extended periods

• Must wear proper PPE at all times
• Comfortable working in a production shop environment with exposure to noise, sharp materials, and machinery
• Able to stand, bend, and lift for extended periods

This is a full-time, in-person position. No phone calls or office visits please. All candidates must apply online.