Insulator Job at Brown & Root, Baytown, TX

  • Brown & Root
  • Baytown, TX

Job Description

Journeyman Insulation TechnicianTypically 3 years and above documented field experience in chosen craft discipline with ability to read and interpret instructions and document, plan and perform work activities independently.Apply, remove, and repair insulation on equipment, pipes, ductwork, or other mechanical systems such as heat exchangers, hot and cold pipes, storage tanks and vessels, to help control noise and maintain temperatures.ResponsibilitiesReads and interprets blue prints, instructions, and other documentation or plan work activities.Determines the amounts and selects required insulation material (in sheet, tubular, or roll form), such as fiberglass, foam rubber, Styrofoam, cork, or urethane, based on material's ability to retain heat, location, surface, shape, and equipment use.Moves materials and equipment to work locations and sets up work site.Cover, seal, or finish insulated surfaces or access holes with plastic covers, canvas strips, sealants, tape, cement or asphalt mastic.Fit insulation around obstructions, and shape insulating materials and protective coverings as required.Install sheet metal around insulated pipes with screws in order to protect the insulation from weather conditions or physical damage.Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces, using tape measures, handsaws, knives, and scissors.Prepare surfaces for insulation application by brushing or spreading on adhesives, cement, or asphalt, or by attaching metal pins to surfaces.Covers or seals insulation with preformed plastic covers, canvas strips, sealant, or tape to secure insulation to structure, according to type of insulation used and structure covered, using staple gun, trowel, paintbrush, or caulking gun.Follows all hazardous waste handling guidelines.May remove or seal off old asbestos insulation, following safety procedures.Completes records, maintains tools and equipment, and performs various clean-up and housekeeping activities.Responsible for observing and complying with all safety and project rules, including wearing required personal safety equipment. Performs other duties as required.Job requirements include working within precise limits or standards of accuracy, applying shop mathematics to solve problems, planning work and selecting proper tools, comparing and seeing differences in the size, shape and form of lines, figures and objects, visualizing objects in three dimensions from plans and drawings, making decisions based on measurable criteria, and working at heights without fear.Qualifications may require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.Physical requirements include standing 70% of the time, walking 20%, and sitting 10%. Lifting and carrying 50 lbs, pushing and pulling 70 ft-lb. Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering frequently. Explanation of symbols: N/P - Not Present, O - Occasionally, F - Frequently, C - Constantly.Brown & Root Industrial Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.Benefits: Brown and Root offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which include a 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, and flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Job Tags

Local area, Immediate start, Flexible hours

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