Asbestos Abatement Journey - Austin Industrial (Olin - Freeport, TX)
About The Position
The Insulator applies, removes, and repairs 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 measuring insulation, preparing it for installation, fitting and attaching it to structures, and covering or sealing it as appropriate. Work may involve heights and industrial or construction site conditions. Other duties may be 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.
Requirements
- Four years of experience.
- Asbestos abatement certification.
- A valid driver’s license.
- No minimum education requirements.
- Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable.
- 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.
- Ability to meet applicable customer, site, regulatory, medical, and fitness-for-duty requirements and wear required personal protective equipment.
- Ability to perform the essential duties and physical demands of the position, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
Responsibilities
- Read blueprints and select required insulation materials.
- Work at heights.
- Apply adhesives to insulation material or attach metal adhesive applications.
- Determine the type and amount of insulation needed 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 according to blueprint specifications.
- Cover or seal insulation with plastic covers, canvas strips, sealant, or tape, using equipment such as a staple gun, trowel, paintbrush, or caulking gun.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Maintain a commitment to safety, quality, and productivity expectations while performing job duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
