Mechanical and Piping Insulator

RQ Construction LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off: 1 week vacation plus accrued sick time

Job summary

RQ Construction LLC, a leader in Design-Build services, is hiring Mechanical and Piping Insulators in Jacksonville, Florida. Candidates will install insulation on various systems, ensuring compliance with safety codes.

This opportunity is for future positions, compensated according to Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates. Minimum education required is a high school diploma, with preferring experience in construction and an apprenticeship background.

Benefits include medical insurance and a 401(k) with company match. Join RQ Construction's committed team to support military projects.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of field experience as a journey-level mechanical piping insulator.
• Experience in government, military, or large commercial construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install insulation on mechanical equipment, duct systems, and piping.
• Ensure all work meets applicable codes and safety requirements.

Skills

Mechanical and Piping Insulation

Temperature Regulation

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of Apprenticeship Program

Job description

Since 1996, RQ Construction, LLC has established itself as a trusted leader in commercial and government Design‑Build services. With projects across the United States and an emphasis on fast‑paced delivery, we focus on new construction for both public and private sector clients, with particular expertise supporting Department of Defense projects. Our current portfolio includes projects nationwide, with ongoing work in Jacksonville, Florida and at Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base in Georgia.

Position Overview

RQ Construction is looking for experienced Mechanical and Piping Insulators. This position is part of our talent pipeline, and we are seeking individuals interested in future opportunities to join the RQ team. We will reach out to qualified applicants once the opportunity and positions become open and available. All work will be performed on a military installation and is compensated in accordance with applicable Davis‑Bacon prevailing wage rates specific to the project site.

Insulators will install insulation on mechanical equipment, duct systems, and piping to regulate temperature and improve system performance, while ensuring all work meets applicable codes, specifications, and safety requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $30.00-$45.00 per hour
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off: 1 week vacation plus accrued sick time

Education & Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. is the minimum education required
• Completion of a Union, private (in‑house), military, or trade school apprenticeship program preferred
• 4 or more years of field or trade work experience as a journey‑level mechanical piping insulator in a commercial, or facilities operations setting; government, military, or large commercial construction experience preferred

RQ Construction, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance or regulation.

All candidates considered for hire must provide evidence of identity and U.S. work authorization at the time of hire. Additionally, all candidates must successfully pass a drug screening and commercial criminal background check, including a stricter Department of Defense background check, for access to the job site at a military base (if applicable for the position being hired for).