Zachry Group
Pacesetter in turnkey engineering, construction, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication for industrial sectors.
Insulator II
Install, repair, and remove insulation on industrial equipment, pipes, and ducts.
Job Highlights
About the Role
This position is maintenance work and does not include per diem. The role involves applying, removing, and repairing insulation on industrial equipment, pipes, ductwork, and other mechanical systems such as heat exchangers, storage tanks, and vessels to control noise and maintain temperatures. • Read and interpret blueprints, instructions, and documentation to plan work. • Determine and select appropriate insulation materials (fiberglass, foam rubber, Styrofoam, cork, urethane) based on heat retention, location, surface, shape, and equipment use. • Transport materials and equipment to job sites and set up the work area. • Cover, seal, or finish insulated surfaces or access holes with plastic covers, canvas strips, sealants, tape, cement, or asphalt mastic. • Fit insulation around obstructions and shape materials and protective coverings as needed. • Install sheet metal around insulated pipes with screws to protect insulation from weather and damage. • Measure and cut insulation using tape measures, handsaws, knives, and scissors. • Prepare surfaces by applying adhesives, cement, asphalt, or attaching metal pins. • Secure insulation with pre‑formed covers, canvas strips, sealant, or tape using a staple gun, trowel, paintbrush, or caulking gun. • Follow all hazardous waste handling guidelines. • Remove or seal old asbestos insulation following safety procedures. • Complete records, maintain tools/equipment, and perform clean‑up and housekeeping tasks. • Observe and comply with safety and project rules, wearing required personal protective equipment. • Apply shop mathematics to solve problems. • Plan work and select proper tools. • Compare and differentiate size, shape, and form of lines, figures, and objects. • Visualize objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings. • Make decisions based on measurable criteria.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸insulation install
- ▸material selection
- ▸surface prep
- ▸safety compliance
- ▸tool operation
- ▸record keeping
What You Bring
The position requires the NCCER Industrial Insulator certification.
Requirements
- ▸industrial insulator
Work Environment
Onsite