General Laborer / Insulation Installer

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a trainable, hands-on General Laborer / Insulation Installer for a local contractor. You will insulate piping and ducts, measure and cut materials, and support field operations onsite.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, able to use basic tools, and eager to learn a skilled trade in a growing industry. Starting wage is $18–$20 per hour, with raises based on performance and experience.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Basic understanding of construction or industrial processes preferred.
• Strong measuring and tool-handling skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Good communication and reliability.
• Physically capable of manual labor in varied environments.

Responsibilities

• Install insulation materials on piping and ducts per project specifications.
• Cut, measure, and fit materials accurately.
• Work with local contractors and follow site procedures.
• Use basic hand and power tools.
• Maintain a clean and efficient work area.
• Follow all safety protocols and use proper PPE.
• Take direction well and work efficiently to meet project timelines.

Skills

Measuring skills

Tool handling

Eagerness to learn

Reliability

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

We’re seeking a trainable, hands-on individual to join a local contractor’s team as a General Laborer / Insulation Installer. This role involves working onsite to insulate piping and ductwork, measure and cut materials, and support field operations. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, comfortable using tools, and eager to learn a skilled trade in a growing industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install insulation materials on piping and ducts per project specifications
• Cut, measure, and fit materials accurately
• Work with local contractors and follow site procedures
• Use basic hand and power tools
• Maintain a clean and efficient work area
• Follow all safety protocols and use proper PPE
• Take direction well and work efficiently to meet project timelines

Requirements:

• Eagerness to learn and take initiative
• Basic understanding of construction or industrial processes preferred
• Strong measuring and tool-handling skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid Driver’s License
• Good communication and reliability
• Physically capable of manual labor in varied environments

Compensation & Opportunity:

• Starting wage: $18–$20/hour
• Pay increases based on performance and experience
• Opportunity to gain hands-on field experience in a high-demand trade