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Resume skills guide · SOC 47-2211

Skills for Sheet Metal Workers

The skills, knowledge, and tools that matter most for sheet metal workers, ranked by O*NET importance — so you know what to lead with on your resume.

What to lead with

Refit analysis ·O*NET rates Reading Comprehension, Critical Thinking, Monitoring as the highest-importance skills here — so a resume aimed at this role should lead with evidence of those, not a generic skills list.

Top skills (ranked by importance)

O*NET importance score in parentheses (1–5).

  • 1.Reading Comprehension3.12
  • 2.Critical Thinking3.12
  • 3.Monitoring3.12
  • 4.Active Listening3
  • 5.Speaking3
  • 6.Mathematics3
  • 7.Active Learning2.88
  • 8.Learning Strategies2.5
  • 9.Writing2.25
  • 10.Science1.62

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Knowledge areas

  • Mechanical
  • Building and Construction
  • Mathematics
  • Design
  • English Language
  • Administration and Management
  • Education and Training
  • Production and Processing

Core work activities

  • Getting Information
  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  • Communicating with People Outside the Organization
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  • Training and Teaching Others
  • Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
  • Coaching and Developing Others
  • Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

In-demand tools & technology

  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Applied Production ProFab
  • Applied Production ProFold
  • Corte Certo
  • FCC Software AutoPOL Series
  • JETCAM Expert
  • Merry Mechanization SMP/IS
  • PTC Creo Parametric
  • QuickPen DuctDesigner 3D
  • Revcad Software Sheet Lightning
  • Siemens NX
  • Striker Systems SS-Profile
  • WiCAM PN4000
  • XY Soft Sheet Cutting Suite
  • Microsoft Excel