insulator, heat and frost

Aarc-West Mechanical Insulation (2013) Inc.; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mechanical insulation company is seeking skilled insulators in Kelowna, Canada. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, selecting insulation types, and applying materials. Requires 1-2 years of experience and certifications like First Aid and WHMIS. The role is permanent, 40 hours per week, with health and financial benefits offered.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Life insurance

Pension plan

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a relevant field.
• First Aid Certificate required.
• WHMIS Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints to determine work requirements.
• Select type of insulation required.
• Measure and cut insulating materials.

Skills

Reading blueprints and specifications

Using hand and power tools

Instructing apprentices

Applying insulation materials

Fitting insulation

Installing vapour barriers

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Tools

Job description

Job Overview

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
• Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Dusty
• Hot
• Cold / refrigerated
• Outdoors

Work setting

• Construction
• Commercial
• Installation
• Institutional

Tasks

• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Select type of insulation required
• Instruct apprentices
• Measure and cut insulating materials to required shape and dimensions using hand and power tools
• Apply and secure insulation using spraying, blowing, pasting, strapping, taping and other application and installation methods
• Fit insulation around obstructions and between joists and studs
• Install vapour barriers and fire-retardant materials
• Brush waterproofing cement or other material over insulating materials
• Fabricate and apply removable insulation pads and covers

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• First Aid Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Fall Arrest Protection Training Course

Types of systems

• Steam and condensate process lines
• Plumbing, cold water and drain lines
• Refrigeration
• Ventilation and exhaust
• Hot water system and equipment
• Air conditioning system

Area of specialization

• Fire stopping and fireproofing
• Industrial noise control
• Acoustical insulation

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Manual dexterity

Own tools / equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Workplace information

• On the road job

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Wellness program

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and / or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example : Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for youth

Support for Indigenous people

• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations

Support for mature workers

• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
• Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
• Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example : flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)
• Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example : gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)
• Offers resources to help mature workers plan their retirement (for example : financial planning, access to pension and benefits, lifestyle adjustments, etc.)

Supports for visible minorities

• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example : anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)