Insulator III

Insulator III – Zachry Group

This is a permanent position (no per diem). Candidates must pass a hands‑on test.

Apply, remove, and repair insulation on industrial equipment, pipes, ductwork, heat exchangers, storage tanks, and vessels to control noise and maintain temperatures.

• Read and interpret blueprints, instructions, and other documentation to plan work activities.
• Determine the amount and select required insulation material (fiberglass, foam rubber, Styrofoam, cork, urethane) based on heat retention, location, surface, shape, and equipment use.
• Move materials and equipment to work locations and set up the work site.
• Cover, seal, or finish insulated surfaces or access holes with plastic covers, canvas strips, sealants, tape, cement or asphalt mastic.
• Fit insulation around obstructions, shaping insulating materials and protective coverings as required.
• Install sheet metal around insulated pipes with screws 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 adhesives, cement, or asphalt, or by attaching metal pins to surfaces.
• Seal insulation with preformed plastic covers, canvas strips, sealant, or tape to secure insulation to the structure, using staple gun, trowel, paintbrush, or caulking gun.
• Follow all hazardous waste handling guidelines and, if required, remove or seal off old asbestos insulation following safety procedures.
• Maintain records, keep tools and equipment in good condition, and perform housekeeping and clean‑up activities.
• Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment, and perform other duties as required.

• Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
• Apply shop mathematics to solve problems.
• Plan work and select proper tools.
• Compare and see differences in size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects.
• Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings.
• Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
• Work at heights without fear.

NCCER – Industrial Insulator

Zachry Group is dedicated to providing a safe and drug‑free work environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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