Industrial Insulator Journeyman - Maintenance No Per Diem

Brown & Root•Enoree, SC

About The Position

Apply, remove, and repair insulation on equipment, pipes, ductwork, and other mechanical systems—including heat exchangers, hot and cold pipes, storage tanks, and vessels—to help control noise and maintain temperatures. The journeyman role typically requires at least three years of documented field experience in the chosen craft, along with the ability to interpret instructions and documentation and independently plan and perform work activities. Work is performed under immediate supervision, and the position typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The role involves selecting and installing insulation and protective coverings, preparing surfaces, handling hazardous waste according to guidelines, maintaining tools and equipment, and completing records and housekeeping. Workers must follow safety and project rules and wear required personal protective equipment. Old asbestos insulation may need to be removed or sealed off in accordance with safety procedures.

Requirements

Typically at least three years of documented field experience in the chosen craft discipline.
Ability to read and interpret instructions and documents and plan and perform work activities independently.
Work within precise limits or standards of accuracy.
Apply shop mathematics to solve problems.
Plan work and select proper tools.
Compare differences in the 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.
May require a high school diploma or equivalent and previous years of experience in the field or a related area.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.
Meet the stated physical demands, including standing, walking, sitting, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, and specified climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, and fingering activities.

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blueprints, instructions, and other documentation, or plan work activities.
Determine the amounts and select insulation materials based on their heat-retention properties, 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 using 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 conditions or physical damage.
Measure and cut insulation using tape measures, handsaws, knives, and scissors.
Prepare surfaces for insulation by applying adhesives, cement, or asphalt, or attaching metal pins.
Secure insulation to structures using preformed plastic covers, canvas strips, sealant, or tape, and tools such as staple guns, trowels, paintbrushes, or caulking guns.
Follow hazardous-waste handling guidelines.
Remove or seal off old asbestos insulation when required, following safety procedures.
Complete records, maintain tools and equipment, and perform cleanup and housekeeping activities.
Observe and comply with safety and project rules, including wearing required personal protective equipment.
Perform other duties as required.