Thermal Insulation Technician

Apex Bridge Talent Group; Los Alamitos (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Bridge Talent Group is seeking an experienced Mechanical Insulator in California to measure, cut, and fit insulation around pipes, tanks, and equipment in industrial and commercial settings. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of insulator experience, can read blueprints, use hand and power tools, and work safely in plants and construction sites.

Experience with protective coverings and insulation installation is required.

Qualifications

• Measure, cut, and fit insulation around pipes, ducts, tanks, and equipment.
• Install insulation using adhesives, bands, wire, and specialized fastening systems.
• Read blueprints and specifications to determine insulation requirements.
• Remove and replace damaged insulation during maintenance or repairs.
• Apply protective coverings such as metal jacketing or vapor barriers.
• Follow safety procedures while working in industrial facilities, commercial buildings, power plants, refineries, and construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and fit insulation around pipes, ducts, tanks, and equipment.
• Install insulation using adhesives, bands, wire, and specialized fastening systems.
• Read blueprints and specifications to determine insulation requirements.
• Remove and replace damaged insulation during maintenance or repairs.
• Apply protective coverings such as metal jacketing or vapor barriers.
• Follow safety procedures while working in industrial facilities, commercial buildings, power plants, refineries, and construction sites.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Hand & power tools

Safety procedures

Measurement & fitting

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Adhesives

Banding tools

Wire tools

Fastening systems

Protective coverings tools

Job description

• Measure, cut, and fit insulation materials around pipes, ducts, tanks, and equipment.


• Install insulation using adhesives, bands, wire, and specialized fastening systems.


• Read blueprints and specifications to determine insulation requirements.


• Remove and replace damaged insulation during maintenance or repairs.


• Apply protective coverings such as metal jacketing or vapor barriers.


• Follow safety procedures while working in industrial facilities, commercial buildings, power plants, refineries, and construction sites.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years’ experience as a Mechanical Insulator.


• Ability to read construction drawings and use hand and power tools.


• High school diploma


• Physical ability to climb, kneel, bend, lift materials, and work in confined spaces.

Must have:

• Mechanical (process piping, oil gas lines, vessels, etc...) insulation experience.


• Residential, batt or spray foam experience does not qualify.