Insulator Foreman - Austin Industrial (Taylor, TX)

Austin Bridge & Road • Taylor, TX

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About The Position

Austin Industrial is hiring an Insulator Foreman to apply, remove, and repair insulating material on exposed surfaces and structures—including air ducts, hot or cold pipes, storage tanks, boilers, and buildings—to help control noise and maintain temperatures. The role involves reading blueprints, selecting and preparing insulation materials, fitting and securing them to structures, and performing other assigned duties.

Work may take place in industrial and construction environments with exposure to weather conditions, temperature extremes, noise, dust, fumes, moving equipment, vibration, and other site-specific hazards. The employee must use required personal protective equipment and meet applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements, while maintaining a commitment to safety, quality, and productivity. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• NCCER certification.
• Valid TWIC Card.
• Driver’s license.
• Legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; Austin Industries cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the job, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, and using hands and fingers.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds frequently; positions may also require carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work at elevations, on uneven surfaces, or in confined spaces, as required.
• Sufficient visual, hearing, communication, and motor skills to safely perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, solve problems, maintain attention to detail, manage stress, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and meet applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Four years of experience as an insulator is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and select the required insulation materials.
• Work at heights.
• Apply adhesives to insulation material or attach metal adhesive applications.
• Determine quantities and select insulation in sheet, tubular, or roll form based on its heat-retention properties, location, surface, shape, and equipment use.
• Measure and cut insulation to specified sizes and shapes using a tape measure or other measuring device, handsaw, knife, or scissors.
• Fit, wrap, or attach insulation around or to structures according to blueprint specifications.
• Cover or seal insulation with preformed plastic covers, canvas strips, sealant, or tape, using tools such as a staple gun, trowel, paintbrush, or caulking gun.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Read, comprehend, and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity expectations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed