Insulator Leadman - Austin Industrial in Plaquemine, La.

Austin Careers • Plaquemine, LA

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About The Position

Austin Industrial is hiring an Insulator Leadman in Plaquemine, Louisiana. The position involves applying, removing, and repairing insulation on exposed surfaces and structures—including air ducts, hot or cold pipes, storage tanks, boilers, and buildings—to control noise and maintain temperatures. The employee reads blueprints, selects appropriate insulation materials, measures and cuts materials to size, fits or attaches insulation according to specifications, and covers or seals it as required. The role may include other duties as assigned.

Applicants must be 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.

Work takes place in industrial and construction environments and may involve exposure to weather, temperature extremes, noise, dust, fumes, moving equipment, vibration, and other site-specific hazards. Employees must wear required personal protective equipment and meet applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements.

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
• NCCER certification.
• Valid TWIC Card.
• Driver’s License.
• Able to work at heights.
• Able to perform the physical requirements of the position, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, and using hands and fingers.
• Able to lift or move up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds frequently; positions may require carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work on uneven surfaces and in confined spaces when required.
• Able to read, comprehend, and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies; exercise sound judgment, solve problems, maintain attention to detail, manage stress, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Able to meet applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements and wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Four years of experience as an insulator is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and select the required insulation materials.
• Determine the type and quantity of insulation 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 and tools such as a handsaw, knife, or scissors.
• Fit, wrap, or attach insulation to structures in accordance with blueprint specifications.
• Apply adhesives or adhesive attachments to insulation materials.
• 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.
• Apply, remove, and repair insulating material on exposed surfaces and structures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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