Insulator

Insulator JourneymanZachry is hiring for an Insulator Journeyman for AMSTY in Saint James, LA. Industrial Journeyman Insulator will apply insulation to pipe, ducts, and equipment as required by specifications. Qualification Highlights Must be able to read blueprints, sketches, or building plans. Must have all Knowledge Skills and Abilities required (see below). Must be willing to assist other crafts while not actively working on a insulating project. Must be able to meet all physical requirements. Must be able and willing to follow all safety rules and regulations. Must have all required tools. Must have reliable transportation. Position Responsibilities Read blueprints and specification to determine the scope of work: locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required. Identify all tools required and materials for tasks. Identify safety risks and the precautions required to eliminate those risks. Measure, mark, and cut required wooden/metallic materials to required specifications. Measure, mark, and cut required insulation to required specifications. Fabrication, fit, and/or shape insulating material or covering around equipment for protection. Identify and mix paint and coatings as required. Know the proper use and techniques required to place or replace insulation. Will work at heights and off ladders and scaffolds safely. Clean up work areas. Required Qualifications Must have 4+ years working as a Insulator or Insulator Helper on an industrial construction project. Must be able to read blueprints, plans, and drawings proficiently to perform duties. Must have knowledge on the different types of insulation and their applications. Must know how to handle and place insulation around or on equipment, ducting, or piping. Must have reliable transportation. Must be able to work full work schedule and any additional overtime with little to no notification. Must be willing to work safely and follow all safety rules and regulations. Must follow all company and site rules and regulations. Must have required tools. Preferred Additional Qualifications Current Zachry or Zachry ROFed employee. Former experience working with Zachry Industrial, Inc. National Center for Construction Education and Researchs (NCCER) certification for Industrial Journeyman Insulator. Formal/Technical education. Experience working with scaffolding, insulation, and painting. Physical Requirements Employee will be required to adhere to large amounts of standing, walking, bending, squatting, and lifting. Will talk and hear to communicate. Will use arms and hands to signal, grab, hold, turn, push, and pull objects, materials, controls, and tools. May be required to lift, carry, and move up to 50lbs. Will work at heights, climb ladders and stairways, work off platforms and man lifts, and may occasionally work out on an open structure using the appropriate fall protection requirements. Will be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and leather work boots.