Journeyman
Typically 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.
SUMMARY
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.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Reads 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 materials 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