Journeyman Industrial Insulator — Heat & Noise Control

Brown-and-Root-Industrial-Services; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services seeks a Journeyman insulator to install, inspect, and repair insulation on equipment, pipes, and tanks. You will read blueprints, select materials, and perform work to control heat and noise.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to procedures, and documentation of work performed; expect to work independently on-site with standard PPE and may involve asbestos-related tasks where required.

Qualifications

• Journeyman with 3+ years field experience in insulation trades.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret instructions.
• Knowledge of safety procedures including asbestos handling.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints and instructions to plan work activities.
• Determines material quantities and selects insulation based on heat retention and location.
• Moves materials to site and sets up work area.
• Covers or seals insulated surfaces with protective coverings.
• Fits insulation around obstructions and shapes materials as needed.
• Installs sheet metal around insulated pipes to protect insulation.
• Measures and cuts insulation for surfaces.
• Prepares surfaces with adhesives or cement before insulation.
• Covers insulation with plastic covers or tape to secure it.
• Follows hazardous waste handling guidelines and safety rules.
• May remove old asbestos insulation following safety procedures.
• Records work and maintains tools; keeps area clean.

Skills

Journeyman experience

Independent worker

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

NCCER certifications

Sheet metal installation tools

Job description

Brown & Root Industrial Services seeks a Journeyman insulator to install, inspect, and repair insulation on equipment, pipes, and tanks. You will read blueprints, select materials, and perform work to control heat and noise.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to procedures, and documentation of work performed; expect to work independently on-site with standard PPE and may involve asbestos-related tasks where required.