description
Apply insulating materials to pipes or ductwork, or other mechanical systems in order to help control and maintain temperature.
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details
Currently Employed:
40
Projected Annual Job Openings:
0
Typical Hourly Wage:
Not Available
Typical Annual Salary:
Not Available
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typical training
Typical education needed for entry:
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation:
No work experience
Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation:
Apprenticeship
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typical job duties
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Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces, using tape measures, handsaws, knives, and scissors.
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Apply, remove, and repair insulation on industrial equipment, pipes, ductwork, or other mechanical systems such as heat exchangers, tanks, and vessels, to help control noise and maintain temperatures.
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Select appropriate insulation, such as fiberglass, Styrofoam, or cork, based on the heat retaining or excluding characteristics of the material.
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Fit insulation around obstructions, and shape insulating materials and protective coverings as required.
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Determine the amounts and types of insulation needed, and methods of installation, based on factors such as location, surface shape, and equipment use.
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Cover, seal, or finish insulated surfaces or access holes with plastic covers, canvas strips, sealants, tape, cement, or asphalt mastic.
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Install sheet metal around insulated pipes with screws to protect the insulation from weather conditions or physical damage.
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Read blueprints and specifications to determine job requirements.
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Distribute insulating materials evenly into small spaces within floors, ceilings, or walls, using blowers and hose attachments or cement mortar.
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Prepare surfaces for insulation application by brushing or spreading on adhesives, cement, or asphalt, or by attaching metal pins to surfaces.
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tools & technology
Tools:
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Filtering machinery
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Hazardous material protective apparel
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Ladders
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Metal cutters
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Staple guns
Technology:
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Analytical or scientific software
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Data base user interface and query software
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Enterprise resource planning ERP software
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