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What is a sheet metal worker supervisor and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
3 min read
There is more than meets the eye when it comes to being a sheet metal worker supervisor. For example, did you know that they make an average of $29.37 an hour? That's $61,083 a year! Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow -1% and produce -1,000 job opportunities across the U.S.
ScoreSheet Metal Worker SupervisorUS Average
Salary
4.8

Avg. Salary $61,083

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
6.5

Growth rate -1%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
7.2
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.82%

Asian 1.92%

Black or African American 4.66%

Hispanic or Latino 15.28%

Unknown 3.15%

White 74.16%

Gender

female 0.00%

male 100.00%

Age - 45
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 45
Stress level
6.5

Stress level is high

7.1 - high

Complexity level
8.1

Complexity level is challenging

7 - challenging

Work life balance
6.9

Work life balance is good

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become a sheet metal worker supervisor

  1. Explore sheet metal worker supervisor education requirements

    Most common sheet metal worker supervisor degrees

    High School Diploma

    45.5 %

    Bachelor's

    18.2 %

    Associate

    18.2 %
  2. Start to develop specific sheet metal worker supervisor skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Punch Presses64.18%
    Construction Sites35.82%
  3. Complete relevant sheet metal worker supervisor training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 2-4 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New sheet metal worker supervisors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a sheet metal worker supervisor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real sheet metal worker supervisor resumes.
  4. Research sheet metal worker supervisor duties and responsibilities

    • Work to restore aircraft to optimal performance capacity by ensuring that necessary devices are repaired and install according to FAA guidelines.
    • Fire caulking, trim returns to fit above ceiling, install exhaust for bathrooms in each apartment.
  5. Apply for sheet metal worker supervisor jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a sheet metal worker supervisor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average sheet metal worker supervisor salary

The average sheet metal worker supervisor salary in the United States is $61,083 per year or $29 per hour. Sheet metal worker supervisor salaries range between $42,000 and $88,000 per year.

Average sheet metal worker supervisor salary
$61,083 Yearly
$29.37 hourly

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A zippia user wrote a review on Oct 2019
Pros

It’s a daily challenge, but when you can get the right personnel, it runs great. I take challenges head on and we complete the projects as scheduled.


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A zippia user wrote a review on Apr 2019
Pros

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public Performing General Physical Activities Communicating with Persons Outside Organization Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work Making Decisions and Solving Problems

Cons

Waiting on delivery


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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
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The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

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