PPM Insulator- (DOM SC); 6.9

MOR PPM, Inc.; Bennettsville (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MOR PPM, Inc. is seeking an Insulator in Bennettsville, SC. The successful candidate will apply insulating materials to pipes and ductwork to control temperature and maintain efficiency. Candidates should have a minimum of three years' experience in industrial insulating and be capable of lifting and moving items as necessary.

This role requires physical stamina, ability to work in tight spaces, and knowledge of insulation materials. Apply today to join a company with over 40 years of excellence in industrial services.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years’ experience in Industrial Insulating.
• Four years’ experience in power plant or maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply, remove, and repair insulation on industrial equipment.
• Cover and seal insulated surfaces with appropriate materials.
• Determine insulation needs and installation methods.
• Fit insulation around obstructions and shape materials as required.
• Install sheet metal to protect insulation from damage.
• Measure and cut insulation for surfaces using tools.
• Prepare surfaces for insulation application with adhesives.
• Read blueprints to determine job requirements.
• Select insulation based on material characteristics.
• Distribute insulation evenly in small spaces.

Skills

Industrial Insulating

Lifting and carrying

Reading blueprints

Physical stamina

Job description

About Us

We are a leading industrial mechanical, electrical, and civil construction services provider for the fossil and nuclear power, pulp and paper, chemical, mining, and general manufacturing industries. We provide a full range of industrial facilities maintenance and process maintenance services.

Job Summary

About Us: Backed by more than 40 years of experience and one of the industry's leading safety performance records, PPM helps clients address the complex challenges inherent in today's manufacturing and industrial facilities environment. Our wide experience in meeting industrial plant maintenance needs enables us to implement systems and processes that keep your facilities and equipment running at consistently optimum levels.

Job Title: Insulator – Bennettsville, SC

Job Summary: Apply insulating materials to pipes or ductwork, or other mechanical systems in order to help control and maintain temperature.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Apply, remove, and repair insulation on industrial equipment, pipes, ductwork, or other mechanical systems such as heat exchangers, tanks, and vessels, to help control noise and maintain temperatures.
• Cover, seal, or finish insulated surfaces or access holes with plastic covers, canvas strips, sealants, tape, cement or asphalt mastic.
• Determine the amounts and types of insulation needed, and methods of installation, based on factors such as location, surface shape, and equipment use.
• Fit insulation around obstructions, and shape insulating materials and protective coverings as required.
• Install sheet metal around insulated pipes with screws in order to protect the insulation from weather conditions or physical damage.
• Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces, using tape measures, handsaws, knives and scissors.
• Prepare surfaces for insulation application by brushing or spreading on adhesives, cement, or asphalt, or by attaching metal pins to surfaces.
• Read blueprints and specifications to determine job requirements.
• Select appropriate insulation such as fiberglass, Styrofoam, or cork, based on the heat retaining or excluding characteristics of the material.
• Distribute insulating materials evenly into small spaces within floors, ceilings, or walls, using blowers and hose attachments.
• Fill blower hoppers with insulating materials.

Qualifications:

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience Industrial Insulating experience.
• Four (4) years’ experience in power plant or maintenance experience preferred.

Physical Requirements/Job Site Requirements:

• Must be able to complete hiring paperwork electronically via DocuSign.
• May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must possess enough strength and stamina to perform the technical duties and essential functions as identified above.
• Must be able to move in and around confined spaces and uneven areas.
• Must have full range of motion consistent with age.
• Must be able to climb and maintain balance ladders.
• Must be able to adequately hear and respond to voice commands and alerts from other employees, alarms and other job-related noises.
• Visual acuity, depth perception and color discrimination consistent with that required to work at heights and on uneven surfaces.
• Safety/Steel toe shoes are required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to veterans and disabled individuals.