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How much does a Entry Sheetmetal Mechanic make in the United States? The average Entry Sheetmetal Mechanic salary in the United States is $40,600 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $35,700 and $48,700. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Entry Sheetmetal Mechanic Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Sheetmetal Mechanic Salary $31,239 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Entry Sheetmetal Mechanic Salary $35,700 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Entry Sheetmetal Mechanic Salary $40,600 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Entry Sheetmetal Mechanic Salary $48,700 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Entry Sheetmetal Mechanic Salary $56,075 US March 26, 2024
25% $35,700 10% $31,239 90% $56,075 75% $48,700 $40,600 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Entry Sheetmetal Mechanic follows blueprints, rough sketches or engineer drawings to shape metal accurately. Sets up and operates machines such as drill presses, punch presses, shears, bending rolls, brakes, grinders and numerical control equipment to shape and alter sheetmetal according to specifications. Being an Entry Sheetmetal Mechanic may set up and operate soldering and welding equipment. Uses hand and power tools to shape and smooth metal and to blend seams. In addition, Entry Sheetmetal Mechanic may require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being an Entry Sheetmetal Mechanic may require 0-1 year of general work experience. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Entry Sheetmetal Mechanic

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Intermediate Sheetmetal Mechanic

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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