Insulation Journeyman Specialist

Brown & Root; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown & Root is seeking a Journeyman insulation technician with typically 3 years and more documented field experience in insulation, able to read and interpret instructions and document, plan and perform work activities independently.

The position involves applying, removing, and repairing insulation on equipment, pipes, ductwork and other mechanical systems to control noise and maintain temperatures, while following safety procedures and maintaining good housekeeping on site.

Qualifications

• Journeyman with typically 3+ years documented field experience in insulation.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions and document, plan and perform work activities independently.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints, instructions, and other documentation or plan work activities.
• Determines the amounts and selects required insulation material based on material’s ability to retain heat, 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 plastic covers, canvas strips, sealants, tape, cement or asphalt mastic.
• Fits insulation around obstructions, and shapes insulating materials and protective coverings as required.
• Installs sheet metal around insulated pipes to protect insulation from weather conditions or damage.
• Measures and cuts insulation for covering surfaces.
• Prepares surfaces for insulation application by applying adhesives, cement, or asphalt or by attaching metal pins.
• Covers or seals insulation with covers, sealant, or tape to secure insulation to structure.
• Follows all hazardous waste handling guidelines.
• May remove or seal off old asbestos insulation, following safety procedures.
• Completes records, maintains tools and equipment, and performs housekeeping.
• Observes and complies with safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Independent work

Field experience

Job description

Brown & Root is seeking a Journeyman insulation technician with typically 3 years and more documented field experience in insulation, able to read and interpret instructions and document, plan and perform work activities independently.

The position involves applying, removing, and repairing insulation on equipment, pipes, ductwork and other mechanical systems to control noise and maintain temperatures, while following safety procedures and maintaining good housekeeping on site.