Sheet Metal Worker at Harding Sheetmetal dba U G Nasons
at Harding Sheetmetal dba U G Nasons in Middletown, RI
About This Program
Harding Sheetmetal, doing business as U G Nasons, in Middletown, Rhode Island offers a five-year employer-sponsored Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship. This non-union program provides apprentices in the Rhode Island area with hands-on, paid training in a working shop environment, developing skills that are applicable across a range of construction and mechanical contracting applications.
The program includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 640 hours of related technical instruction. Apprentices work on real projects under the supervision of experienced tradespeople, learning sheet metal fabrication, HVAC duct systems, custom metalwork, and installation techniques. Classroom study supports practical work through instruction in blueprint reading, welding, layout, and safety practices.
At the conclusion of the program, graduates are qualified Sheet Metal Workers with the skills and experience needed to work in construction, HVAC contracting, and custom fabrication. The employer-based setting at Harding Sheetmetal/U G Nasons ensures consistent mentorship and real-world project experience throughout training.
Wage & Training
Journeyman Wage
$26
OJT Hours
8,000
RTI Hours
640
Duration
5 years
Wage data is the national median for this occupation (BLS, May 2023), not specific to this program.
How to Apply
Sheet Metal Worker Career Outlook
National Median
$26.33/hr
~$54,766.4/yr
Apprentice Start
$16/hr
Earn while you learn
Job Outlook
Sheet metal worker employment is expected to grow steadily, driven by HVAC system demand in new construction and energy-efficiency retrofits. The transition to high-efficiency systems and commercial building upgrades creates ongoing need for skilled fabricators and installers. Workers with welding and CAD skills have the strongest prospects.
What to Expect as a Sheet Metal Worker Apprentice
Duration
5 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom instruction
On-the-Job Training
~32 hours/week of hands-on work under journeyman supervision (8,000 total hours)
Classroom Instruction
640 hours of related technical instruction (~128 hours/year)
Paid Training
You earn a wage from day one, starting at a percentage of the journeyman rate and increasing as you progress
Time-based program: You'll progress through the program based on completing a set number of hours in both on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
Trade School vs. Apprenticeship for Sheet Metal Worker
Apprenticeship
Trade School
Licensing in Rhode Island
Sheet Metal Workers in Rhode Island are required to hold a license. Licensing is issued by Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Board of Examiners of Sheet Metal Workers.
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