Refinery Mechanical Insulator – Journeyman Pro

Matrix Service Co; Ferndale (WA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Disability benefits

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Wellness program

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Matrix Service Co is seeking an insulation specialist to apply insulating materials to exposed surfaces across structures, pipes, and tanks. The role requires journeyperson status, WA apprenticeship completion, and NCCER certification, with emphasis on safety and precise workmanship.

The ideal candidate communicates clearly, has 3+ years in refinery/construction settings, and is comfortable reading diagrams, measuring, and cutting insulation to fit.

Qualifications

• Graduated journeyperson status required.
• Minimum of three (3) years or more in refinery maintenance/turnaround/or construction experience.
• A general knowledge of basic hand tools.
• Must be able to complete the NCCER certification for your craft.
• Basic math is necessary to measure and cut insulation materials to fit pipe fittings.
• Strong knowledge of industrial safety standards and protocols.
• Able to communicate clearly with team members, supervisors, and other departments about issues and solutions.
• A steady hand and good hand-eye coordination are necessary for working with small parts.
• Complete the Company’s Safety training, Process Safety Management training and Client/Site specific training.
• MUST obtain and maintain active status within the appropriate drug testing program.
• MUST pass background check.
• MUST have TWIC card.
• MUST have a 20-hour high hazard facility training card.

Responsibilities

• Supports safety and core values.
• Performs duties within a precise limit or standard of accuracy (Quality Control).
• Assists Craft Helpers in proper fabrication, use, and safe installation of insulating materials.
• Reads piping diagrams and isometric drawings and selects insulation material.
• Applies adhesives or pins to surfaces to facilitate insulation installation.
• Measures and cuts insulation material to size and shape for surfaces.
• Fits, wraps, or attaches insulation around piping or structures following specs.
• Covers insulation with aluminum sheet metal or other materials to secure insulation.
• Climbs ladders, scaffolds, and works on elevated/uneven surfaces.
• Works with supervision and may train apprentices.
• Performs other responsibilities as required.

Skills

Safety compliance

Reading piping diagrams

Hand-eye coordination

Clear communication

Math skills

Education

Journeyperson status

WA state approved apprenticeship

NCCER certification

TWIC card

20-hour high hazard facility training

Tools

Tape measure

Sheet metal shears

Scissors

Caulking gun

Job description

Matrix Service Co is seeking an insulation specialist to apply insulating materials to exposed surfaces across structures, pipes, and tanks. The role requires journeyperson status, WA apprenticeship completion, and NCCER certification, with emphasis on safety and precise workmanship.

The ideal candidate communicates clearly, has 3+ years in refinery/construction settings, and is comfortable reading diagrams, measuring, and cutting insulation to fit.