Insulator

Crest Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Crest Industries is seeking Insulators for Optimal Field Services in Houston, Texas. The role involves installing, maintaining, and removing insulation on various systems. Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience, be able to read blueprints, and have a valid driver's license. The position offers an opportunity to work with a committed team in an environment emphasizing reliability and support.

Join us and be part of a company that values teamwork and integrity, while maximizing energy efficiency in construction projects.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license/Identification Card is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in installation or related trade.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and remove insulation on piping and ductwork.
• Read blueprints to determine insulation requirements.
• Apply vapor barriers to ensure moisture resistance.
• Inspect finished insulation work for compliance.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Measuring and cutting insulation

Basic math skills

Using hand tools

Job description

Come join our team at Optimal!

We know a few things about competing with giants and exceeding expectations.

After years of working in the field, our founders decided to break from tradition and build the company they wanted to work for. They believed in starting a company rooted in trust, its team, and the idea that everyone matters and has a part in getting the job done right.

Quickly building a reputation from the ground up and growing the company along with our list of clients, Optimal is now influencing the industry and the people we serve. We live by the values that make us who we are.

And that is how we deliver the impossible for our clients and team members every day.

The Insulators for Optimal Field Services are responsible for installing, maintaining, and removing insulation on piping, ductwork, mechanical systems, and equipment in support of construction and maintenance projects. The employee must be able to read blueprints and specifications to determine the type and amount of insulation required. Insulators will measure, cut, and apply insulation materials, ensuring proper fit and finish to maximize energy efficiency and meet safety and regulatory standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Measure and cut insulation materials to specified dimensions using hand tools or insulation knives.
• Read blueprints, job specifications, and instructions to determine insulation requirements.
• Select appropriate insulation types and materials (e.g., fiberglass, foam, mineral wool, calcium silicate) based on application needs.
• Fit, wrap, or attach insulation around or to structures, surfaces, or systems using staples, tape, wires, cement, or mastic.
• Apply vapor barriers or protective coatings to ensure durability and moisture resistance.
• Fabricate insulation covers, jackets, or pre-formed insulation for piping and equipment.
• Secure insulation with metal bands, wire, or adhesive to hold it in place.
• Install insulation on industrial piping, ductwork, boilers, tanks, and other mechanical systems.
• Inspect finished insulation work for proper installation and compliance with specifications.
• Remove and replace damaged or outdated insulation as part of maintenance work.
• Uses scaffolding, ladders, or lifts to reach high or confined areas.

REQUIREMENTS FOR INSULATORS

• Must have a valid driver’s license/Identification Card.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Ability to calculate measurements and use basic math.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in installation or related trade.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical.
• TWIC Card.

Stop relying on contractors who over promise, under deliver, and do not care about your success. Instead, experience the Optimal difference. Build your team with us and know you have experienced craftsmen who have your back and can deliver.

Optimal Field Services is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Optimal Field Services is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request information regarding reasonable accommodation, contact your Human Resource Business Partner.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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