Lead Insulation Technician — Skilled, Flexible Schedule

Brown-and-Root-Industrial-Services; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Brown & Root Industrial Services in Texas seeks a Journeyman to insulate equipment, pipes, and ductwork, ensuring temperature control and noise reduction. The role requires reading plans, selecting materials, and performing installations with safety compliance.

Leadman responsibilities include guidance to crew, while a Journeyman performs hands-on insulation work and documents progress. Strong reading skills and precision are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; field experience preferred.
• NCCER certifications written and/or practical may be required.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions and plans.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints, instructions, and plans work activities.
• Determines insulation material amounts and selects suitable types.
• Moves materials to work locations and sets up the site.
• Covers or seals insulation on surfaces and access holes.
• Fits insulation around obstructions and shapes insulating materials.
• Installs sheet metal around insulated pipes for protection.
• Measures and cuts insulation for surfaces using basic tools.
• Prepares surfaces with adhesives or cement for insulation application.
• Covers or seals insulation to secure it to structures.
• Follows hazardous waste handling guidelines.
• May remove or seal off old asbestos insulation following safety procedures.
• Completes records, maintains tools, and performs cleanup.
• Observes safety and project rules and uses proper PPE.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Plan workflow

Shop mathematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Brown & Root Industrial Services in Texas seeks a Journeyman to insulate equipment, pipes, and ductwork, ensuring temperature control and noise reduction. The role requires reading plans, selecting materials, and performing installations with safety compliance.

Leadman responsibilities include guidance to crew, while a Journeyman performs hands-on insulation work and documents progress. Strong reading skills and precision are essential for success.