Metal Facia & Gutter Installer

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So, you want to work with metal facia and gutter? Can you?

• Work safely
• Work at heights
• Work in with other tradies to meet deadlines
• Work precisely to produce a finished product that meets the needs of customers

What do metal facia and gutter workers do?

1. Fabricate and install rainwater goods including, and associated with, metal fascias and gutters. 
2. Fabricate and install external flashings and associated soffits, fascias and gutters 

Metal facia and gutters is a part of nearly every building that is constructed. The job of the metal facia and gutter worker is important as the correct fabrication and installation of the products will ensure the building remains waterproof even in the heaviest of rains.

How do I become a metal facia and gutter worker?

Firstly, you will need to do some work experience so that you know what the job is about. If you think it’s for you, find an employer that is looking for an apprentice or trainee. You will then become an apprentice metal facia and gutter worker and will you will complete the necessary qualifications at a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).

Once you have completed the four year apprenticeship, you will be a qualified tradie!

What Next?

Once you are a tradie in the construction industry, you can continue working for small or large companies and move into leading hand, supervising or management positions. You might even want to start your own business and employ apprentices yourself. Some tradies even go on to further education to complete courses from Certificate IV to bachelor level. There are plenty of options for qualified metal facia and gutter workers.