Sheet Metal Worker

Code: 47-2211.00

Also known as: Field Installer, HVAC Sheet Metal Installer (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Sheet Metal Installer), Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker, Sheet Metal Fabricator, Sheet Metal Installer, Sheet Metal Layout Mechanic, Sheet Metal Mechanic, Sheet Metal Worker

Description: When construction sites need to install or fabricate products used in heating and air conditioning, they turn to Sheet Metal Workers.Workers in this trade typically have at least a high school diploma and learn their trade through an apprenticeship.

Sheet Metal Worker

Typical wages


10% $30,460
25% $37,980
Median $51,370
75% $67,380
90% $87,470
10% $14.64
25% $18.26
Median $24.7
75% $32.39
90% $42.05

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
137,700
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
139,500
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 12,700