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How much does a Sheetmetal Fabricator I make in the United States? The average Sheetmetal Fabricator I salary in the United States is $40,530 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $35,620 and $48,670. 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.

Sheetmetal Fabricator I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Sheetmetal Fabricator I Salary $31,150 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Sheetmetal Fabricator I Salary $35,620 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Sheetmetal Fabricator I Salary $40,530 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Sheetmetal Fabricator I Salary $48,670 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Sheetmetal Fabricator I Salary $56,081 US March 26, 2024
25% $35,620 10% $31,150 90% $56,081 75% $48,670 $40,530 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Sheetmetal Fabricator I 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 a Sheetmetal Fabricator I 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, Sheetmetal Fabricator I may require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Sheetmetal Fabricator I 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:

    Sheetmetal Fabricator I

    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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