Insulator Journeyman(Maintenance/No Per Diem)

Brown-and-Root-Industrial-Services; Salem (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services is seeking a Journeyman insulation worker to apply, remove, and repair insulation on equipment, pipes, ducts, and vessels across industrial facilities. The role involves reading blueprints, selecting materials, performing measurements, and ensuring proper sealing and protection of insulated surfaces.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of documented field experience, the ability to work in industrial environments, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Journeyman insulation worker with 3+ years field experience in insulation.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions and documents to plan work.
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs and work at heights or in tight spaces.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blue prints, instructions and documentation to plan work activities.
• Selects insulation material suitable for location and equipment.
• Moves materials and sets up the work site.
• Covers or seals insulation and secures with appropriate fasteners and tape.
• Measures and cuts insulation, prepares surfaces for application, and installs sheet metal around pipes.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Insulation installation

Sheet metal work

Reading instructions

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Tape measures

Power tools

Job description

Full-Time/Part Time

Regular Full-Time

Job Description

Journeyman - Typically 3 years and above documented field experience in chosen craft discipline with ability to read and interpret instructions and document, plan and perform work activities independently.

SUMMARY

Apply, remove, and repair insulation on equipment, pipes, ductwork, or other mechanical systems such as heat exchangers, hot and cold pipes, storage tanks and vessels, to help control noise and maintain temperatures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reads and interprets blue prints, instructions, and other documentation or plan work activities.
• Determines the amounts and selects required insulation material (in sheet, tubular, or roll form), such as fiberglass, foam rubber, Styrofoam, cork, or urethane, 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.
• Cover, seal, or finish insulated surfaces or access holes with plastic covers, canvas strips, sealants, tape, cement or asphalt mastic.
• Fit insulation around obstructions, and shape insulating materials and protective coverings as required.
• Install sheet metal around insulated pipes with screws in order to protect the insulation from weather conditions or physical damage
• Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces, using tape measures, handsaws, knives, and scissors.
• Prepare surfaces for insulation application by brushing or spreading on adhesives, cement, or asphalt, or by attaching metal pins to surfaces.
• Covers or seals insulation with preformed plastic covers, canvas strips, sealant, or tape to secure insulation to structure, according to type of insulation used and structure covered, using staple gun, trowel, paintbrush, or caulking gun.
• 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 various clean-up and housekeeping activities.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment. Performs other duties as required

Requirements

JOB STEP

Journeyman - Typically 3 years and above documented field experience in chosen craft discipline with ability to read and interpret instructions and document, plan and perform work activities independently.

We’re looking for hardworking, reliable industrial insulators and sheet metal worker to join our team.

What You’ll Insulate piping systems, boilers, tanks, ductwork, and industrial equipment, install metal jacketing (aluminum, stainless, galvanized)Fabricate and fit sheet metal in the field.

Read measurements, cut materials, and work with hand and power tools

Work in industrial environments: plants, mills, refineries, and mechanical rooms.

Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, professional work area.

Experience in industrial insulation and sheet metal

Ability to work at heights, in tight spaces, and in hot/cold environments

Strong work ethic and dependable attendance

Ability to lift 50+ lbs and handle physical labor

Safety‑minded, team‑oriented attitude.

SUMMARY

Apply, remove, and repair insulation on equipment, pipes, ductwork, or other mechanical systems such as heat exchangers, hot and cold pipes, storage tanks and vessels, to help control noise and maintain temperatures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reads and interprets blue prints, instructions, and other documentation or plan work activities.
• Determines the amounts and selects required insulation material (in sheet, tubular, or roll form), such as fiberglass, foam rubber, Styrofoam, cork, or urethane, 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.
• Cover, seal, or finish insulated surfaces or access holes with plastic covers, canvas strips, sealants, tape, cement or asphalt mastic.
• Fit insulation around obstructions, and shape insulating materials and protective coverings as required.
• Install sheet metal around insulated pipes with screws in order to protect the insulation from weather conditions or physical damage
• Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces, using tape measures, handsaws, knives, and scissors.
• Prepare surfaces for insulation application by brushing or spreading on adhesives, cement, or asphalt, or by attaching metal pins to surfaces.
• Covers or seals insulation with preformed plastic covers, canvas strips, sealant, or tape to secure insulation to structure, according to type of insulation used and structure covered, using staple gun, trowel, paintbrush, or caulking gun.
• 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 various clean-up and housekeeping activities.
• Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment. Performs other duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
• Apply shop mathematics to solve problems.
• Plan work and select proper tools.
• Compare and see differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects.
• Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
• Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
• Work at heights without fear.

QUALIFICATIONS

May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Strength:

a. Standing 70% Walking 20% Sitting 10%

b. Lifting 50 lb.

Carrying 50 lb.

Pushing 70 ft-lb.

Pulling 70 ft-lb.

2. Climbing F

Balancing F

3. Stooping F

Kneeling O

Crouching F

Crawling O

Reaching C

Handling C

Fingering F

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

NP Not Present

O Occasionally (0-33%)

F Frequently (34-66%)

C Constantly (67-100%)

Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. BENEFITS: Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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