Insulator

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Odours
• Dusty
• Hot
• Cold/refrigerated
• Confined spaces
• Dangerous

Work setting

• Construction
• Maintenance
• Repair
• Commercial
• Industrial
• Installation
• Institutional
• Residential
  
  
  

  Responsibilities

  Tasks

  • Instruct apprentices
  • Measure and cut insulating materials to required shape and dimensions using hand and power tools
  • Apply and secure insulation using spraying, blowing, pasting, strapping, taping and other application and installation methods
  • Fit insulation around obstructions and between joists and studs
  • Install vapour barriers and fire-retardant materials
  • Supervise other workers
  • Brush waterproofing cement or other material over insulating materials
  • Fabricate and apply removable insulation pads and covers
  • Estimate costs and materials
  • Assemble, erect and dismantle scaffolding, rigging and hoisting equipment
  • Remove asbestos, ceramic fibres, lead and mould and urea-formaldehyde insulation materials from buildings

  Experience and specialization

  Types of systems

  • Underground conduits and piping
  • Ventilation and exhaust
  • Hot water system and equipment
  • Air conditioning system

  Area of specialization

  • Custom fabrication and layout
  • Spraying and blowing insulation
  • Fire stopping and fireproofing

  Additional information

  Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Physically demanding
  • Handling heavy loads
  • Standing for extended periods
  • Bending, crouching, kneeling
  • Manual dexterity
    

    How to apply

    Direct Apply

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