Field Insulation Technician — Tank Projects & Travel

CB&I; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

FSA/HSA

Job summary

CB&I in Plainfield, IL is seeking an Insulation Technician to maintain industrial equipment and insulate storage tanks. The role involves field setup, operation, and breakdown of equipment at domestic and international sites, with a strong safety culture and independent work expectations.

You will install proprietary insulation systems, perform basic maintenance, and coordinate with project teams while traveling up to 50%. Requires 2+ years in related roles and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant working experience construction, mechanical or insulation type role or technical school.
• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic computer knowledge - Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Field crew experience- supervisory a plus
• Excellent time management

Responsibilities

• Basic equipment maintenance and electrical troubleshooting.
• Mechanical aptitude - experience working on a variety of motors, pumps or compressors
• Polyurethane foam and or paint spraying.
• Equipment shipments, set-up, operation and breakdown on site.
• Installation of Proprietary Insulation Systems on Storage Tanks.
• Follow and promote safety first work ethic
• Coordinate with other roles and functions on project teams HSES, Construction Managers, Clients.
• Forecast how long it will take to do a task - commit to definitive deadlines.
• Generate improvement ideas for tools and workflow associated to the role.
• Ability to obtain a TWIC card
• Ability to travel 50%

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Field crew supervision

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CB&I in Plainfield, IL is seeking an Insulation Technician to maintain industrial equipment and insulate storage tanks. The role involves field setup, operation, and breakdown of equipment at domestic and international sites, with a strong safety culture and independent work expectations.

You will install proprietary insulation systems, perform basic maintenance, and coordinate with project teams while traveling up to 50%. Requires 2+ years in related roles and a high school diploma.