Spray Foam Equipment Technician & Technical Trainer

Job Description

Spray Foam Equipment Technician & Technical Trainer

We are seeking an experienced Spray Foam Equipment Technician & Technical Trainer to join our team. This position combines hands-on equipment repair and maintenance with technical training and support for spray foam applicators.

The ideal candidate has experience operating, troubleshooting, and repairing spray polyurethane foam equipment and can confidently train others on safe equipment operation, proper application techniques, and industry best practices.

This position involves working in both our main shop and at active job sites, with approximately 60% regional travel required.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Maintenance & Repair

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain spray foam rigs and high-pressure proportioning equipment.
• Service and rebuild proportioners, transfer pumps, fluid sections, spray guns, and heated hose systems.
• Troubleshoot generators, air compressors, air dryers, electrical components, and mobile rig equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and equipment overhauls to minimize downtime.
• Respond to equipment failures at active job sites and perform emergency field repairs.
• Provide technical support to crews experiencing pressure imbalances, heating issues, and equipment malfunctions.

Technical Training & Applicator Development

• Conduct hands-on training for new and experienced spray foam applicators.
• Teach proper spray rig startup, shutdown, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Demonstrate correct spraying techniques, including gun positioning, application speed, spray patterns, and foam thickness.
• Train crews on chemical handling, mixing ratios, temperature requirements, and proper material storage.
• Reinforce safety practices, including PPE, respiratory protection, ventilation, and containment.
• Evaluate applicator performance and provide coaching to improve efficiency and application quality.

Building Science & Quality Control

• Educate crews on insulation performance, air barriers, vapor control, thermal bridging, and moisture management.
• Train applicators on substrate preparation, temperature conditions, and adhesion requirements.
• Identify common spray foam application defects and teach corrective techniques.
• Inspect completed applications for proper thickness, density, adhesion, and overall quality.
• Help ensure work meets applicable building codes, manufacturer specifications, and industry standards.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on spray foam industry experience, with 3 to 5+ years preferred.
• Experience operating, troubleshooting, and repairing spray foam rigs and equipment.
• Knowledge of high-pressure proportioners, spray guns, transfer pumps, heated hoses, and mobile rig systems.
• Familiarity with Graco, PMC, Carlisle, or similar spray foam equipment.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of spray foam application techniques, chemical handling, and job site safety.
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly and train others.
• Willingness to travel approximately 60% of the time.
• Ability to work independently in shop and field environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 to 5+ years of experience servicing spray polyurethane foam equipment.
• Previous experience training or mentoring spray foam applicators.
• Knowledge of residential and commercial insulation systems.
• Experience diagnosing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment issues.
• Familiarity with building codes and spray foam industry best practices.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a dependable, mechanically skilled professional who enjoys solving technical problems and helping others succeed.

The right candidate will be comfortable repairing complex equipment, traveling to job sites, working directly with applicators, and sharing the knowledge needed to improve crew performance and reduce equipment downtime.