Insulator

Turner Industries; Pass Christian (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Voluntary life/ADD

Disability benefits

401k

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Telehealth access

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Turner Industries is seeking an Industrial Insulator for maintenance work in Pass Christian, MS. The candidate will insulate pipes, boilers, tanks, and equipment using materials such as fiberglass and magnesia, following specific procedures and safety rules.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–4 years of insulator experience, with knowledge of basic hand tools and safety protocols. Wages are $25–$28 per hour with standard company benefits.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent required.
• 1–4 years experience in insulator work (level dependent).
• Basic knowledge of insulator tools and hand tools required.
• Post-offer drug/alcohol screen and safety policy acceptance.

Responsibilities

• Wires prefabricated fiberglass around piping and equipment.
• Cements and trowels insulation to achieve smooth finish.
• Installs insulation on boilers, tanks, and ventilation systems.
• Maintains safety requirements and proper use of tools.

Skills

Safety compliance

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

Insulator hand tools

Tape measure

Cutting tools

Power tools

Job description

Turner Industries is a fully diversified industrial contractor. We help move the world forward by providing responsive, innovative solutions designed to increase plant production, reduce costs, reduce downtime, and even prevent shutdowns. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, LA, Turner Industries has over 20,000 employees with offices and job sites across the United States. Our single-solution approach in the petrochemical, refining, energy, pulp and paper, and related industries has made Turner one of the nation’s top industrial contractors and earned us the No. 1 spot on ABC’s 2024 Top Performers list. People are at the heart of everything we do. Their safety, security, and satisfaction have always been our top priorities. For proof, look no further than our strong working relationships and extraordinary workforce.

We are seeking an Industrial Insulator for maintenance work in Pass Christian, MS. Covers, boilers, pipes, tanks and refrigeration units with insulating materials, such as fiberglass, cork, plastic and magnesia to reduce loss or absorption of heat, prevent moisture condensation and to deaden sound. Non-exempt role; Reports to the Foreman; Assigned duties according to specific procedures / work is checked frequently.

• No per diem available

Essential Qualifications

• High school or equivalent
• One (1) to four (4) years of experience in specified skill (depending on mechanic level)
• Basic knowledge of Insulator hand tools, tape measure, cutting tools, power tools
• Post offer drug / alcohol screen, physical evaluation, and signed acceptance of the Turner Industries Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy
• Comply with company and client job site safety requirements
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace

Functional Requirements

Wires prefabricated fiberglass covering around steam and hot water piping; trowels mastic or brushes cement on insulation to obtain a smooth finish and covers piping with cloth; fits thermoblock and magnesia-block insulation around insulating boilers, evaporators and turbines; wires insulation on machinery and staples wire netting over insulation; trowels cement on wire netting to protect insulating material; wires cork on salt water, refrigeration and air-conditioning piping and cements cloth over insulating material to obtain a smooth finish; cuts sheets of insulation into sections; fits and cements sections around fittings; covers gas piping of refrigeration or air conditioning systems with molded plastic; fabricates detachable insulation for valves or similar fittings; wires detachable covers on valves or fittings; installs fiber glass or spun glass on ventilation systems to deaden sound and prevent vibration.

Compensation

Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits include health, dental, vision, life, ADD, voluntary life / ADD, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, telehealth access, and employee assistance program.

Physical Involvement

Employee may be required to do the following: climbing ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level; maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds structures, etc.; reaching in all directions, handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment; lifting 30 to 50 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing; sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; crawling; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction.

Turner Industries is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability and/or protected veteran status in accordance with governing law.

Keywords: insulator, industrial insulator, prefabricated fiberglass, thermo-block, magnesia-block, wires insulation, fabricates insulation, ventiation systems, valves

Salary: $25 - $28 per hour