Industrial Mechanical Insulator

RA Holdings Group•Virginia Beach, VA

5d•$22 - $30

About The Position

RA Holdings is hiring an Industrial Mechanical Insulator through its Retro Insulation branch, a mechanical insulation and heat tracing contractor with more than 40 years in business. Retro Insulation works on federal, commercial, and industrial facilities, installing systems that control temperature, improve energy efficiency, protect equipment, reduce noise, and support safe operation of critical buildings. The role offers hands-on work on industrial and other large projects, with opportunities to learn a skilled trade and advance. The position involves measuring, cutting, and installing insulation on pipes, ducts, and mechanical equipment, including hot and cold systems. Materials include fiberglass, mineral wool, calcium silicate, cellular glass, closed-cell foam products, removable insulation blankets, metal jacketing, vapor and weather barriers, mastics, and protective finishes. Projects may include manufacturing and food production facilities, steam and chemical plants, power plants, pulp and paper mills, water and wastewater treatment plants, and other large industrial facilities. Work on commercial, military base, and federal projects may also be assigned. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Candidates must have identification and a Social Security card or birth certificate, and, where applicable, a Work Authorization Card for E-Verify. A vehicle and the ability to travel within the 757 cities are required. The job has physical demands that include handling materials and equipment weighing up to 60 pounds, working in confined spaces, and wearing required PPE.

Requirements

At least 1–5 years of experience as a Mechanical Insulator, Heat & Frost Insulator, HVAC worker, or in related trade insulation, including experience through plant shutdowns and industrial refrigeration.
Must have an ID and a Social Security card or birth certificate; a Work Authorization Card is also required where applicable for E-Verify purposes.
Must have a vehicle and be able to travel within the 757 cities.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 60 pounds.
Ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, kneel, stretch, squat, climb, and work in confined spaces for extended periods.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability to perform basic math needed to measure and cut insulation materials.
Attention to detail and precision in cutting and fitting insulation.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Measure, cut, and install insulation materials on pipes, ducts, and mechanical equipment.
Install mechanical insulation on hot and cold systems, including HVAC, refrigeration, industrial, and other mechanical systems.
Work with insulation materials and associated vapor barriers, weather barriers, mastics, jacketing, and protective finishes.
Read and interpret blueprints and specifications to determine duct work requirements.
Apply insulation to refrigeration and cold-storage systems as well as hot systems.
Ensure safety and compliance with building codes and industry standards.
Collaborate with contractors and other trades on construction and retrofit projects.
Work on commercial, military base, and federal projects as assigned.
Measure and cut insulation materials to fit pipe fittings using basic math.
Safely use and maintain basic hand tools, including scissors, measuring tape, and knives.