Journeyman Mechanical Insulator

Matrix Service Company•Ferndale, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Application of insulating material to exposed surfaces of structures, such as air ducts, hot and cold pipes, storage tanks, and cold storage rooms. This role actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values,” always representing the Company with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business and Conduct and Ethics.” The position requires performing duties within a precise limit or standard of accuracy (Quality Control) and assisting Craft Helpers in proper fabrication, use, and safe installation of insulating materials. The Journeyman Mechanical Insulator will read piping diagrams and isometric drawings, select required insulation material based on its heat retaining or excluding characteristics, and apply it to various surfaces. The role involves measuring, cutting, fitting, and securing insulation material according to client specifications and standard trade practices. It also requires climbing ladders, scaffolds, and working from elevated or uneven surfaces, working well with supervision, and potentially training and supervising apprentices. Other responsibilities may be required or assigned.

Requirements

Graduated journeyperson status required.
Minimum of three (3) years or more in refinery maintenance/turnaround/or construction experience.
A general knowledge of basic hand tools.
Must be able to complete the NCCER certification for your craft.
Basic math is necessary to measure and cut insulation materials to fit pipe fittings.
Strong knowledge of industrial safety standards and protocols.
Able to communicate clearly with team members, supervisors, and other departments about issues and solutions.
A steady hand and good hand-eye coordination are necessary for working with small parts.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”
Always represents the Company with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
Perform duties within a precise limit or standard of accuracy (Quality Control).
Assist Craft Helpers in proper fabrication, use, and safe installation of insulating materials.
Reads piping diagrams and isometric drawings and selects required insulation material (in sheet, tubular, or roll form), such as fiberglass, mineral wool, calcium silicate ceramic blanket, cellular foam as well as foam rubber and urethane-type materials, based on material’s heat retaining or excluding characteristics.
Brushes adhesives on or attaches metal adhesive-backed pins to flat surfaces as necessary to facilitate application of insulation material.
Measures and cuts insulation material to specified size and shape for covering flat or round surfaces using tape measure, knife, scissors, sheet metal shears, and related tools.
Fits, wraps, or attaches required insulation material around piping or to structure, following drawing or client specifications.
Covers or seals insulation per client standard with aluminum sheet metal, plastic covers, canvas strips, sealant, or tape to secure insulation to piping or structure, according to type of insulation used and structure covered, using staple gun, trowel, paintbrush, caulking gun, banding tools or other tools of the trade.
Climb ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and work from elevated or uneven surfaces.
Must work well with supervision.
May be required to train and supervise apprentices.
Perform other responsibilities as required or assigned.
Complete the Company’s Safety training, Process Safety Management training and Client/Site specific training.
MUST obtain and maintain active status within the appropriate drug testing program.
MUST pass background check.
MUST have TWIC card.
MUST have a 20-hour high hazard facility training card.