Insulator

Hutco • Portsmouth, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Hutco, Inc. is seeking experienced Marine Pipe Coverers / Insulators for shipbuilding work in Newport News, Virginia. The position involves installing, removing, repairing, and finishing insulation materials on steam piping systems and shipboard equipment, including turbines, pumps, and related components. Candidates must demonstrate quality workmanship, proper insulation application techniques, and the ability to work safely in an active shipyard environment.

The role requires work with molded pipe insulation, Temp-Mat, block insulation, calcium silicate, finishing cement, and fiberglass cloth. Insulators measure, cut, fit, and finish materials on piping systems of varying sizes, while protecting adjacent surfaces from damage or contamination. The work may involve confined spaces, ladders, moving equipment, and physically demanding tasks. Candidates must comply with required PPE and shipyard safety procedures and complete applicable occupational medical evaluations and testing.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience as a Marine Pipe Coverer working on steam piping systems.
• Experience installing molded pipe sections, Temp-Mat, and block insulation.
• Familiarity with calcium silicate insulation, finishing cement, and fiberglass cloth application.
• Ability to properly cut, fit, and finish insulation materials.
• Ability to work safely around active shipyard operations and moving equipment.
• Ability to climb vertical ladders, bend, squat, kneel, and perform physically demanding work.
• Comfort working in confined spaces.
• Ability to comply with required PPE and shipyard safety procedures.
• Ability to complete applicable occupational medical evaluations and testing, including an OSHA respirator medical clearance questionnaire, MSA Comfo Classic half-mask respirator fit test, pulmonary function test (spirometry), tuberculosis screening, silica medical surveillance, chest X-ray / B-read, and audiogram.

Responsibilities

• Install, remove, and repair molded pipe insulation, Temp-Mat, and block insulation on steam piping systems and associated equipment.
• Measure, cut, fit, and install molded insulation sections on piping systems of varying sizes.
• Accurately cut and fit insulation miters.
• Cut and apply fiberglass cloth over insulated sections, leaving a smooth finish without excessive adhesive buildup.
• Apply adhesives and finishing materials, using masking, drop cloths, and other protective measures to prevent damage or contamination of adjacent surfaces.
• Perform insulation installation and repair work on shipboard equipment, including turbines, pumps, and other components.
• Maintain high-quality workmanship and follow established shipyard safety procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervision.

Benefits

• Limited benefit plan available through Essential Staff Care, including medical / prescription, dental, vision, short-term disability, term life, and accidental death & dismemberment benefits.

What This Job Offers

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