insulator, heat and frost

Government of Canada - Western; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in Kelowna is seeking a skilled insulation worker to manage installation tasks on-site. The role requires reading blueprints, applying insulation, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have relevant experience and be capable of handling physically demanding tasks. Benefits include health and dental plans.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience in insulation work.
• Basic security clearance is required.
• Valid driver's license and own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and specifications to determine work requirements.
• Select and apply insulation materials.
• Install vapour barriers and fire-retardant materials.

Skills

Read blueprints

Use hand and power tools

Install insulation

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Construction
• Relocation costs covered by employer
• Commercial
• Industrial
• Installation
• Institutional
• Various locations

Responsibilities Tasks

• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Select type of insulation required
• 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

Experience and specialization Types of systems

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

Additional information Security and safety

• Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own transportation
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Manual dexterity
• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Tight deadlines

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Tools
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Dependability
• Reliability

Benefits Health benefits

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

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement