Insulator

Turner Industries•Decatur, AL

About The Position

Turner Industries Group is seeking Insulators for work in the Decatur, Alabama area. The role involves insulating boilers, pipes, tanks, refrigeration units, and other equipment with materials such as fiberglass, cork, plastic, and magnesia. The work helps reduce heat loss or absorption, prevent moisture condensation, and deaden sound.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
One to four years of experience in the specified skill, depending on mechanic level.
Basic knowledge of Insulator hand tools, tape measures, cutting tools, and power tools.
NCCER certification may be required at some job sites.
Complete a post-offer drug/alcohol screen and physical evaluation, and sign acceptance of the Turner Industries Drug, Alcohol and Contraband Policy.
Comply with company and client job-site safety requirements.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace.

Responsibilities

Wire prefabricated fiberglass covering around steam and hot-water piping, apply mastic or cement for a smooth finish, and cover piping with cloth.
Fit thermo-block and magnesia-block insulation around boilers, evaporators, and turbines.
Wire insulation onto machinery and staple wire netting over insulation; apply cement to the netting to protect the insulating material.
Wire cork onto salt-water, refrigeration, and air-conditioning piping and cement cloth over the insulation for a smooth finish.
Cut insulation sheets into sections and fit and cement the sections around fittings.
Cover gas piping in refrigeration or air-conditioning systems with molded plastic.
Fabricate detachable insulation for valves or similar fittings and wire detachable covers onto them.
Install fiberglass or spun glass on ventilation systems to deaden sound and prevent vibration.