Sheet Metal Journeyperson

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Perform assigned tasks and responsibilities efficiently and effectively under the direction of the Project Foreperson


• Read and interpret blueprint drawings, shop drawings, and spec’s requirements for assigned projects


• Analyze and interpret construction and schematic drawings, technical documentation, and equipment specifications


• Ability to adhere and uphold the safety protocols and measures put in place by Modern Niagara to ensure the safety of all employees


• Perform additional related duties as required under the direction of the Project Foreperson


• Mentor and train apprentices

Must haves: 

• Previous experience across the installation of  sheet metal across either commercial, industrial, institutional, or healthcare projects


• Red Seal trade qualification required.


• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral


• Excellent attention to detail, print reading, coupled with a strong understanding of schematic and isometric drawings


• Able to work at heights with all necessary safety training completed


• Safety conscience individual who respects and adheres to all safety measures whilst on site


• Strong work ethic with impressive mechanical problem solving/troubleshooting skills


• Hardworking individual with a strong desire to learn and grow within their position


• Ability to work on own initiative but also within a team. Capable of mentoring and aiding the development of junior apprentices


• Positive and professional attitude

Nice to haves: 

•  Previous Sheet Metal experience in ICI or large scale projects


•  Local 30 membership, or member in good standing 

Pay Rate for this unionized position is $ 49.58

About Modern Niagara 

Who We Are 

Modern Niagara helps building owners, managers, and general contractors meet the mechanical, electrical, integrated building technology, and building services needs of their buildings across Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Southwestern Ontario, and Ottawa. We are committed to having a positive and meaningful impact on Canada’s infrastructure — and on the communities where we live, learn, work, and heal. We build for life. 

Our Culture & Values 

We value passion, initiative, determination, professionalism, and teamwork. Health and safety are embedded in everything we do, and our award-winning safety culture consistently performs well above industry standards. 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Modern Niagara 

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization where everyone has access to opportunity, feels a sense of belonging, and can thrive. We actively work to remove barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups (including women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and newcomers to Canada) in the construction industry. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences and are committed to a barrier-free hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] so we can make appropriate arrangements. 

We appreciate every applicant’s interest in joining Modern Niagara. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted