Lead Pipe Insulator

IHG Mechanical•Fort Worth, TX

12d•Remote

About The Position

IHG Mechanical is seeking a driven, goal-oriented Lead Pipe Insulator to lead field projects. This full-time role involves traveling to job sites to support successful projects and ensure team members perform excellently. The position requires overseeing the insulation crew to ensure all industrial and process piping activities are appropriately completed, working with various piping systems, managing project tools, and ensuring safety compliance.

Requirements

5+ years of mechanical insulation experience, including industrial or process piping
Experience leading a crew
Hands-on experience with polystyrene on cold-service systems
Experience with hot and cold service, including vapor barriers
OSHA 30 certification OR OSHA 10 with the ability to complete OSHA 30 within 90 days of hire (company paid)
Ability to accurately fabricate and install metal, aluminum, and stainless jacketing
Ability to travel up to 100% as needed, with occasional overnight travel, shutdown work, nights, and weekends
Ability to read technical drawings and complete material takeoffs
Valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable personal transportation
Physical ability to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, work from heights, work in tight spaces, wear PPE, and work in outdoor/indoor environments in all weather conditions

Nice To Haves

Related apprenticeship completion
Asbestos awareness training
Relevant certifications (forklift, confined space, fall protection, etc.)
Bilingual English and Spanish communication skills

Responsibilities

Oversee the insulation crew to ensure all industrial and process piping activities are appropriately completed.
Work with steam, process lines, chilled water, and refrigeration piping.
Ensure the team completes high-quality work while staying on schedule.
Manage project tools.
Ensure safety compliance.
Support efficient project completion.