Mechanical Insulator Helper (Training Provided)

RA Holdings Group; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

Overtime opportunities

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Company-provided tools

Growth opportunities given annually

Performance-Based Bonuses Available

Stable, full-time work with consistent

Job summary

RA Holdings, through our Retro Insulation branch, is seeking an entry-level Mechanical Insulator Helper in Spring Lake/Sanford, NC. You will learn to measure, cut, and install insulation on pipes, ducts and equipment, supporting HVAC, refrigeration and other mechanical systems.

This full-time, on-site role offers a Monday–Friday schedule (7:00am–3:30pm), $20–$25 per hour depending on experience, and benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Must have Real ID, Social Security, and Birth Certificate documents.
• Clean background or ability to obtain DBIDS access to work on military bases.
• Must have a vehicle and clean driving record.
• Ability to commute to projects within Spring Lake and Sanford, NC area.
• Previous construction experience as HVAC Helper or Carpenter Helper is helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn to measure, cut, and install insulation on pipes, ducts, and mechanical equipment.
• Assist with installing insulation on hot and cold systems, including HVAC, refrigeration, and other mechanical systems.
• Learn to work with different types of insulation materials, including fiberglass, foam, pipe wrap, duct board, and other specialty materials.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications to determine duct work requirements.
• Apply insulation to both hot and cold systems, including refrigeration and cold storage.
• Ensure safety and compliance with building codes and industry standards.
• Collaborate with contractors and other trades on construction or retrofit projects.
• You will work on commercial, industrial, military base, and federal projects as assigned.
• Attention to detail and precision in cutting and fitting insulation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with design-build projects and construction processes is a plus.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Read blueprints

Safety-conscious

Job description

RA Holdings, through our Retro Insulation branch, is looking for an entry-level Mechanical Insulator Helper.

Company-Branch Overview:

Retro Insulation is one out of three branches that make up the RA Holdings family. With over 40 years in business, Retro Insulation is a leading mechanical insulation and heat tracing contractor working on federal, commercial, and industrial facilities. Our teams install specialized systems that control temperature, improve energy efficiency, protect equipment, reduce noise, and keep critical buildings operating safely. From hospitals and universities to industrial plants and military installation, our work supports projects where quality and safety matter. A career with Retro means learning a high-demand skilled trade, gaining hands-on experience on large real-world projects, and building a path for long-term advancements. We build skills, careers and futures.

Essential Job Duties:

• Learn to measure, cut, and install insulation materials on pipes, ducts, and mechanical equipment.
• Assist with installing insulation on hot and cold systems, including HVAC, refrigeration, and other mechanical systems.
• Learn to work with different types of insulation materials, including fiberglass, foam, pipe wrap, duct board, and other specialty materials.
• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications to determine duct work requirements.
• Apply insulation to both hot and cold systems, including refrigeration and cold storage.
• Ensure safety and compliance with building codes and industry standards.
• Collaborate with contractors and other trades on construction or retrofit projects.
• You will work on commercial, industrial, military base, and federal projects as assigned.
• Attention to detail and precision in cutting and fitting insulation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with design-build projects and construction processes is a plus.

Required Skills, Abilities, and Qualifications:

• Must have a Real ID, Social Security, and Birth Certificate documents.
• Must have a clean background or ability to obtain DBIDS access to work on military bases.
• Must have a vehicle and Clean Driving Record.
• Ability to commute to projects within Spring Lake and Sanford, NC area.
• Previous experience in construction, as an HVAC Helper, or Carpenter Helper would be helpful, but not required.

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday 7:00am–3:30pm

Location:

• Spring Lake/Sanford, NC

Pay:

• $20–$25/hr+ (Depending on Experience)

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision
• Overtime opportunities
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match (if applicable)
• Company-provided tools
• Growth opportunities given annually
• Performance-Based Bonuses Available
• Stable, full-time work with consistent schedule