Sheet Metal Worker at Silver Sheet Metal, Inc.
at Silver Sheet Metal, Inc. in Augusta, GA
About This Program
Silver Sheet Metal, Inc. sponsors a Sheet Metal Worker apprenticeship program in Augusta, GA. This non-union, employer-sponsored program offers individuals a structured pathway into the sheet metal trade, with apprentices earning a paycheck from the very first day on the job.
The program runs for five years and includes 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and 640 hours of related technical instruction. Working alongside experienced tradespeople, apprentices develop skills in sheet metal fabrication, HVAC duct installation, roofing systems, and precision layout work. Technical coursework reinforces practical skills with instruction in blueprint reading, material properties, and industry safety practices.
Graduates of the program complete their apprenticeship as journey-level Sheet Metal Workers, equipped with the hands-on experience and technical knowledge to pursue long-term careers in construction, mechanical contracting, and related industries in the Augusta area and beyond.
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.
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