Insulation Helper - Field Technician for Pipes & Equipment

Brown & Root; Texas; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

FSAs

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Career development

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services is seeking helpers to insulate equipment, pipes, ducts, or other mechanical systems to control noise and temperatures. The role involves reading plans, selecting materials, and installing insulation with appropriate coverings and fasteners, while following safety procedures.

Ideal candidates will have basic reading skills, the ability to interpret instructions, and strive for precise workmanship.

Qualifications

• May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blue prints, instructions, and other documentation or plan work activities.
• Determines the amounts and selects required insulation material based on heat retention, location, surface, shape, and equipment use.
• Moves materials and equipment to work locations and sets up work site.
• Covers, seals, or finishes insulated surfaces or access holes with covers, sealants, tape, or cement.
• Fits insulation around obstructions and shapes insulating materials and protective coverings.
• Installs sheet metal around insulated pipes to protect insulation.
• Measures and cuts insulation using common tools.
• Prepares surfaces for insulation application with adhesives or cement.
• Covers or seals insulation to secure it to structure per insulation type.
• Follows hazardous waste handling guidelines and safety procedures.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Brown & Root Industrial Services is seeking helpers to insulate equipment, pipes, ducts, or other mechanical systems to control noise and temperatures. The role involves reading plans, selecting materials, and installing insulation with appropriate coverings and fasteners, while following safety procedures.

Ideal candidates will have basic reading skills, the ability to interpret instructions, and strive for precise workmanship.