Insulator/Metalman Austin Industrial (Baytown, TX)

Austin Bridge & Road • Baytown, TX

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About The Position

Austin Industrial is hiring an Insulator/Metalman to apply, remove, and repair insulation 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 suitable insulation, fitting it to structures, and covering or sealing it as appropriate. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; Austin Industrial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
• NCCER certification, TWIC, and a driver's license.
• 3–5 years of journeyman-level experience.
• Ability to perform the listed physical tasks and safely meet the position's visual, hearing, communication, and motor-skill requirements.
• Ability 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.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and select the required insulation material.
• Work at heights.
• Brush adhesives onto insulation material or attach metal adhesive application to it.
• Determine quantities and select insulation materials in sheet, tubular, or roll form based on 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 a staple gun, trowel, paintbrush, or caulking gun.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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