Brown & Root Industrial Services, Llc
Provides integrated industrial services including engineering, procurement, construction, and maintenance.
Mechanical Intern Helper IV
Install, repair, and maintain insulation on mechanical systems.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Mechanical Intern Helper IV assists with applying, removing, and repairing insulation on a variety of mechanical systems, including equipment, pipes, ductwork, heat exchangers, storage tanks, and vessels. The role supports noise control and temperature maintenance while working under supervision. • Read and interpret blueprints, instructions, and other documentation to plan work activities. • Determine and select the appropriate insulation material (sheet, tubular, or roll) 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 and shape insulating materials and protective coverings as required. • Install sheet metal around insulated pipes with screws to protect insulation from weather and 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. • Secure insulation with preformed plastic covers, canvas strips, sealant, or tape using staple guns, trowels, paintbrushes, or caulking guns. • Follow all hazardous waste handling guidelines. • Remove or seal off old asbestos insulation following safety procedures. • Complete records, maintain tools and equipment, and perform clean‑up and housekeeping activities. • Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal protective equipment, and perform other duties as required.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸blueprint reading
- ▸material selection
- ▸insulation installation
- ▸sheet metal
- ▸asbestos removal
- ▸hazardous handling
Benefits
Benefits include a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, paid time off, and a flexible work schedule. The company also offers professional training, development, and supports career advancement. Preferred candidates have at least six months of documented field experience and can read and interpret instructions and documentation.
Work Environment
Field