Marine Insulator: Shipyard & Naval Vessel Expert

Avail Staffing Company; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Avail Staffing Company seeks skilled Marine Insulators to join our shipyard team. This role installs, maintains, and repairs insulation systems aboard naval and commercial vessels, reading drawings and following specs.

Active DBIDS credentials are preferred and safety is a priority. Candidates should have at least 2 years in marine insulation, be comfortable with hand tools and insulation equipment, and be able to work in confined or elevated spaces aboard ships, in accordance with shipyard

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in marine or industrial insulation.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in the use of hand tools and insulation installation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and install insulation materials on pipes, ducts, bulkheads, tanks, and equipment aboard ships.
• Fabricate and install insulation blankets, pads, and covers for complex shapes.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and insulation-related equipment such as banding tools and sewing machines.
• Apply vapor barriers, jacketing, and mastic coatings for fire, heat, and moisture resistance.
• Follow blueprints, drawings, and work specifications to determine insulation requirements.
• Remove old or damaged insulation and dispose of materials safely.

Skills

Reading technical drawings

Proficient in hand tools

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Banding tools

Sewing machines

Insulation installation equipment

Job description

Avail Staffing Company seeks skilled Marine Insulators to join our shipyard team. This role installs, maintains, and repairs insulation systems aboard naval and commercial vessels, reading drawings and following specs.

Active DBIDS credentials are preferred and safety is a priority. Candidates should have at least 2 years in marine insulation, be comfortable with hand tools and insulation equipment, and be able to work in confined or elevated spaces aboard ships, in accordance with shipyard